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Kira Willey

Mar 21 2017

Today I'm going to be...


Happy Spring! 

A new season is a great time to think about goals and intentions. Try this Mindful Moment with your kids, and maybe it becomes a sweet part of your morning routine. It’s a simple way to set…

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Mar 14 2017

Hot Chocolate



Here we are at the tail end of winter, and it’s finally acting like it! We’re in the middle of a monster snowstorm here in the Northeast US, so I thought a little hot chocolate might be in order. Try…

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Feb 7 2017

THE MAGIC OF MUSIC IN THE CLASSROOM: MAKE IT MEMORABLE!


How did you learn the alphabet when you were little? There’s a very good chance it was the "ABC Song." (Such a popular tune that it also boasts the alternate titles "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star,” and "Baa Baa Black Sheep!”)…

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Jan 5 2017

Music, Movement and Mindfulness in the Classroom


I presented a workshop yesterday on music, movement and mindfulness in the classroom. I began by explaining that while these three things are vitally important for kids in and of themselves, the bigger reason I bring them into schools is…

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Nov 2 2016

THE MAGIC OF MUSIC: FOCUS!

 

THE MAGIC OF MUSIC: FOCUS! 

So you have this great lesson plan for your kids' yoga class, but you can't get the kids to hold any particular pose long enough to really get the benefits. Or, you’re a…

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Aug 2 2016

THE MAGIC OF MUSIC: Creating Structure in Your Classes

Children thrive on consistency and routine. Knowing what to expect is very comforting for them, particularly for children who may not have much stability in their lives. Creating musical or rhythmic touchstones at certain transition points in your classes can…

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Jul 27 2016

THIS will make your child a better listener!

So I’m all fired up from leading the Magic of Music training in Dover, NH last week with 22 wonderful educators. We had a blast coming up with all kinds of ways to transform these teachers' classrooms and yoga/movement classes—really…

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Jun 21 2016

Hello, Sunshine!

It's officially summer! School just ended for us, and the freedom from a daily schedule feels so sweet...

 

We wrapped up the school year's last Rockin' Yoga assembly just yesterday (and already have a bunch booked for the…

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Apr 12 2016

A Little Kindness

I have a brand new track to share! The simple and sweet “Kindness Mantra.” It's just right for kids, especially young ones, who love simple, repeated melodies, and is perfect for yoga, sleepytime, or savasana. A group…

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Feb 5 2016

"Open Your Heart" video with Laurie Berkner!


I had SO MUCH FUN making this video with my friend--and kids' music superstar--Laurie Berkner. We met back when I saw that she was playing a solo holiday show in my town, and I reached out--I love to collaborate--would she…

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Jan 29 2016

Dance for the Sun 2.0! 

Actually, the official title is "Dance for the Sun: 2015 Remix," but you get the idea. Nearly ten years ago, when I released my first album, Dance for the Sun: Yoga Songs for Kids, I had no idea how…

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Jan 15 2016

Mindful Moments for Kids!


RELEASE DAY!
It's always so much fun when I can finally share what's been cooking behind the scenes for months and months. Maybe you’ve been following the countdown on social media--we've had fabulous blogger partners reviewing this new CD… Read more
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