Anandanivedita, Avk,
Teach me to Fly "Insights into Early Childhood Neo-Humanistic Education"
, Gurukula Publications, Anandanagar, India, 1999 This book focuses on the education of children from birth to 8 years of age and highlights some of the major components of Neohumanistic education such as meditation, universalism, teaching values, and importance of the teacher.
AnandaRama,
Neo-Humanist Education
, Gurukula Publications, Germany, 2000 This book provides a colorful picture of the Neo-Humanist Education system world wide, with over 40 articles and 260 pictures from NHE schools around the world. A teacher working in the schools write the articles, giving a first hand look into the NHE classroom. Holistic self-development, universalism, environmental ecology, yoga and meditation, and teaching values through literature, art, music and play are the cornerstones of this philosophy of education.
Alister, K, Why are we teaching Baba Nam Kevalam Meditation, www.gurukul.edu/nhe, 1998 This is an article from a journal/newsletter, which describes the philosophy behind teaching children meditation
Cohen, K,
Imagine that: A child's guide to Yoga
, Integral Yoga publications, Buckingham, VA, 1983 This is a book of illustrated poetry and a complete instruction guide for a child's study of Hatha Yoga. The intention of each poem and illustration is to fill young minds with a sense of inner harmony and with the inspiration of nature.
Dennison P., Dennison G., Brain Gym, Educkinestetics publishers, 1994 This is a guide for whole brain exercises with children.
Jacobson, E. Applied Learning, www.gurukul.edu/nhe, 2001
Fontana, I,
Teaching Meditation to Children
, Element Books, Boston, MA, 1998 This is a practical guide to the use and benefits of meditation techniques.
Garth, M,
Earthlight, new meditations for children
, Harper Collins Publishers, NY, 1997 Simple visualizations for parents and teachers to help children release creativity, be free from fears, and develop inner peace and strength.
Garth, M,
Moonbeam, a book of meditations for children
, Harper Collins Publishers, Australia, 1992 Simple visualizations for parents and teachers to help children develop concentration, awaken creativity, and sleep peacefully.
Garth, M,
Starbright, meditations for children
, Harper Collins Publishers, NY, 1991 Simple visualizations for parents and teacher to help children to awaken creativity, develop concentration, and learn to quiet themselves.
Lubu, T,
Children's Book of Yoga
, Clear Light Publishers, Sante Fe, NM, 1998 This book contains a variety of yoga poses for children that imitate animals or objects in the environment, along with learning new ways to develop deep, healthful breathing.
Morley, T,
Star Power for Preschoolers
, Readleaf Press, St. Paul, MN, 1997 This is a book, which offers physical games, and exercises, which offer a setting in which to develop concentration, self-esteem, relaxation, cooperation, and imagination.
Murdock, Maureen,
Spinning Inward, Using Guided imagery with children for learning, creativity and relaxation
, Shambhala Publication, Boston, MA, 1987 This is a book, which provides exercises in guided imagery for children. The authors use guided imagery as a method for "whole brain" learning.
Stewart, M,
Yoga for children
, Simon and Schuster, NY, 1992 This is a book, which demonstrates simple movements and games adults, and children can do together to help promote strength and flexibility, good coordination and posture. The yoga exercises teach children how to relax how to concentrate how to be quiet and still.
Tamminga, R.,
Yoga Stories
, East West Book Co., 2000 Stories and relaxation exercises for children