In Peaceful Piggy Meditation, Kerry Lee MacLean uses cheerful pig characters to show young children how ordinary, stressful days—filled with hurry, disappointment, anger, or sadness—can be balanced with simple meditation. The piggies find a quiet, special spot, take time to breathe in and out, slow down, calm their minds, and notice the “magical things in life.” The story gently teaches…
In Moody Cow Meditates, Peter the cow is having what he calls “one stupid, rotten day”—missing the bus, wiping out on his bike, being teased, and generally feeling angry and frustrated. That is, until his wise grandfather shows him a simple meditation exercise: using a “mind jar” (a jar with water and sparkles) to help him notice, name, and calm his angry thoughts instead of acting ou…