Namaste 'N Play

Experience a magical yoga adventure! This playful beginner’s how-to guide gently introduces little yogis to foundational poses through whimsical storytelling, joyful rhymes, and mindful movement. Whether you are looking for a kids yoga book ages 3-8, a gentle mindfulness story for preschoolers, or a fun way to help little ones calm down before bed, this book makes yoga simple, engaging, and exciting. Written by Lauren Jane Clancy, a certified yoga instructor and mom of twins, Namaste ‘N Play blends storytelling, movement, and mindfulness into an experience children will love.

From stretching like animals to standing tall as mountains, each page leads little yogis through a sequence of foundational poses. Clear yoga cues and playful rhymes make it easy for children to follow along, while the cheerful illustrations spark imagination and confidence.

Inside you’ll find:

A complete yoga sequence designed for beginners, including poses such as Mountain Pose, Tree Pose, Downward Dog, Warrior, Frog, and Happy Baby
Simple breathing and mindfulness techniques to help children feel calm, confident, and focused
Rhyming text that makes yoga fun, memorable, and perfect for read-aloud
A glossary of poses and terms with phonetic guides for correct pronunciation
A journey that starts with energizing movement and gently winds down to relaxation, making it ideal for bedtime routines, classroom breaks, or anytime calm-down moments

Perfect for:

Toddlers, preschoolers, and early readers learning yoga for the first time
Parents and caregivers seeking a calming bedtime book or mindfulness tool
Teachers, librarians, and children’s yoga instructors adding movement and focus to the classroom
Therapists and counselors looking for a playful way to introduce breathing, stretching, and self-regulation
Anyone who wants to encourage healthy habits, resilience, and positive self-esteem in children ages 3-8

More than just a yoga book, Namaste ‘N Play is a gentle introduction to children’s health and fitness, showing kids that movement can be joyful and calming at the same time. The story provides tools for focus and relaxation that children can use well beyond the mat, at school, at home, or wherever they need a moment of calm.

This book also makes a thoughtful gift for birthdays, holidays, or any family who wants to introduce their little ones to the lifelong benefits of yoga and mindfulness. With its blend of imagination, instruction, and inspiration, Namaste ‘N Play is sure to become a favorite on every young yogi’s bookshelf.

Take a deep breath, open the pages, and let’s Namaste ‘N Play!

Author Biography

Lauren Jane Clancy is a certified yoga Instructor. She is also a writer, artist, entrepreneur, and mom to identical twin little yogis. Her passion for creativity, connection, and mindfulness shines through everything she shares, on and off the mat Ligia Camolesi is an illustrator, book designer, and very passionate about her work. She works with traditional techniques, watercolor, colored pencils, pastel, collage, papercutting, and digital. Ligia has illustrated more than twenty children’s books.