{"id":19517,"date":"2024-07-12T14:10:50","date_gmt":"2024-07-12T14:10:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/yogaeducativo.eu\/progetti-asilo\/educational-yoga-in-preschool-how-to-motivate-children\/"},"modified":"2026-04-27T05:40:43","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T05:40:43","slug":"educational-yoga-in-preschool-how-to-motivate-children","status":"publish","type":"progetti-asilo","link":"https:\/\/yogaeducativo.eu\/en\/progetti-asilo\/educational-yoga-in-preschool-how-to-motivate-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Educational Yoga in preschool: how to motivate children?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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By integrating the story <\/span>The Little Bird’s Winter<\/span><\/i> by Kate Banks with the <\/span>Educational Yoga wave<\/a><\/b>, this series of meetings allows for the creation of a <\/span>safe and <\/span>stimulating environment in which to <\/span>motivate preschool children to <\/span>explore their own emotions, <\/span>develop social skills and <\/span>strengthen their body awareness.<\/span><\/p>

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In young children, there is an <\/span>innate need<\/b> to <\/span>know<\/b> and <\/span>master<\/b> their environment, a need that we can define as <\/span>“adaptive”. This drive to understand and interact with the surrounding world stems from the <\/span>depths of the individual, representing one of the primary forms of <\/span>intrinsic motivation. <\/span> <\/p>

Such motivation manifests as a <\/span>natural desire<\/b> to <\/span>learn<\/b> and <\/span>experiment through <\/span>lived experiences and <\/span>emotions felt. Although it is not always possible to trace the exact origin of this motivation, its effect is evident: <\/span>children are inclined to learn spontaneously and proactively<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>

In this sense, stories play a <\/span>crucial role. <\/span> <\/p>

Through stories<\/strong>, children can <\/span>explore new ideas<\/b>, <\/span>cultures, and emotions in a safe and controlled context. <\/strong>Stories provide behavioral models, help develop empathy and <\/span>offer creative solutions to complex problems. <\/span> <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Motivating<\/p>

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Furthermore, narratives <\/span>stimulate the imagination<\/b>, thus fostering <\/span>cognitive and emotional development. When children identify with the <\/span>characters in stories<\/b>, they are driven to <\/span>emulate their actions and qualities, <\/span>internalizing values and <\/span>positive behaviors.<\/span><\/p>

In short, stories satisfy <\/span>children’s intrinsic need for learning, motivating them to <\/span>explore and better understand the world around them. <\/span> <\/p>

Through storytelling, children build <\/strong><\/span>mental models <\/b>that help them make <\/span>predictions, <\/span>imagine alternatives and <\/span>plan their future actions. As strongly advocated by the famous educationalist <\/span>Jerome Bruner, <\/span>storytelling is a <\/span>fundamental skill for the development of young children, as it helps them <\/span>create a version of the world in which to imagine a place for themselves. <\/span> <\/p>

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For this reason, we at Yoga Educativo have based a series of meetings on the story <\/span>The Bird in Winter<\/i> by <\/strong>Kate Banks<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Motivating children with Kate Banks' Winter of the Bird.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The Little Bird’s Winter<\/i><\/strong> by <\/span>Kate Banks is a book that offers a <\/span>narrative rich in meaning and <\/span>educational opportunities, perfect for <\/span>motivating children. <\/span> <\/p>

The story follows the adventures of a <\/span>little bird during the winter<\/b>, dealing with universal themes such as <\/span>fear<\/b>, the <\/span>loneliness<\/b>, the <\/span>collaboration<\/b> and <\/span>generosity<\/b>. Through the little bird’s journey, children can <\/span>explore and better understand their own emotions and the <\/span>challenges they encounter in daily life.<\/span><\/p>

The book not only entertains but <\/span>educates, making it an <\/span>ideal tool for Educational Yoga. Each chapter of the story, in fact, can be linked to different phases of the <\/span>Educational Yoga Wave, our <\/span>innovative and revolutionary method that brings <\/span>yoga to school<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>

It is thanks to the <\/span>perfect balance between maximum tension and maximum relaxation offered by the Wave that the stories in the book can be <\/span>learned and integrated by children into their daily lives.<\/span><\/p>

In fact, this approach not only <\/span>stimulates their intrinsic motivation<\/b>, but also provides <\/span>concrete tools to<\/span> manage their emotions and<\/span> improve psychophysical well-being. Each lesson becomes a <\/span>journey of discovery and growth<\/b>, making learning an<\/span>exciting adventure<\/b> e <\/span>deeply rewarding<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

Now let’s see how to motivate children with The Winter of the Little Bird!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Lesson one: coping with separation and regulating sleep-wake rhythm<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The first lecture in the series addresses the <\/span>need for security<\/b> and the <\/span>sleep regulation in children<\/b>. <\/span> <\/p>

Childhood, in fact, is a <\/span>critical period for young children, who must deal with <\/span>separation from primary caregivers and with the <\/span>regulation of sleep-wake cycles. <\/span> <\/p>

Imagining themselves as<\/span> forest animals hibernating<\/b>, children will need to find a welcoming and safe place to spend the winter. This will help them build a <\/span>place, both <\/span>physical and <\/span>mental, where they can take refuge to <\/span>better understand and manage emotions related to both separation and the need for rest.<\/p>

In fact, one of the main activities of this lesson is the <\/span>den<\/a><\/strong> game<\/b>, in which children <\/span>simulate animals coming out of their dens and, at the sound of a cymbal representing the arrival of winter, <\/span>return to their dens to hibernate. This game is not only a lot of fun, but it also teaches them to <\/span>respond to external signals in a coordinated way and to<\/span> find comfort in a safe haven.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Lesson two: dealing with the fear of abandonment<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The second lesson in this preschool educational yoga project focuses on ‘<\/span>Addressing the fear of abandonment in children<\/b>. This theme is particularly relevant in <\/span>childhood, an age in which young children must face the <\/span>fear of being left alone or <\/span>away from their primary caregivers.<\/span><\/p>

Through the theme of <\/span>bird migration<\/b>, children imagine being <\/span>little birds that must migrate to a warmer place. This activity is not only engaging, but it helps them to <\/span>understand and manage emotions related to separation<\/b>, finding strength and security in <\/span>connection with others and in<\/span> trust in a guide.<\/span><\/p>

A central activity of this lesson is the <\/strong><\/span>breath<\/a><\/strong> of the little bird<\/b>. This breathing exercise involves children <\/span>raising their arms like wings while inhaling and <\/span>lowering them while exhaling. <\/span> <\/p>

The <\/span>movement of the arms synchronized with the breath promotes <\/span>relaxation, <\/span>increases body awareness and helps them to<\/span> calm the nervous system, <\/span>reducing anxiety and <\/span>fostering a sense of calm and well-being. <\/span> <\/p>

In this way, children will acquire a fundamental tool for <\/span>cope better with times of stress<\/b>, such as the <\/span>fear of abandonment<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Lesson three: from intrinsic motivation to extrinsic motivation<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The third lesson<\/strong> focuses on the<\/span> transition from intrinsic to extrinsic motivation, using the <\/span>wise<\/b> barn owl<\/b> as a central figure. This nocturnal bird, in fact, <\/span> representing wisdom and guidance<\/b>, can help children <\/span>understand the importance of listening to and following the instructions of others, as well as <\/span>trusting their own intuition.<\/span><\/p>

This activity not only <\/span>engages them in a fun way<\/b>, but also helps them understand the <\/span>value of external guidance and support, while strengthening their ability to <\/span>make autonomous decisions<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

A central activity in this lesson is the <\/span>barn owl game<\/b>. During this phase, children take turns playing the <\/span>barn owl and <\/span>give commands to their peers on <\/span>how to move in the space. This game helps them develop <\/span>listening skills <\/b>and to <\/span>follow instructions<\/b>, improving <\/span>concentration and<\/strong> discipline. Furthermore, all children have the opportunity to <\/span>be the barn owl, thus strengthening their<\/span> leadership skills<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Lesson four: motivating children to cooperate<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The <\/span>fourth lesson <\/b>of this Educational Yoga project focuses on the theme of <\/span>collaboration<\/b>. In fact, it is crucial that children learn to <\/span>work together and <\/span>support each other, as these <\/span>social skills are fundamental for <\/span>harmonious and integrated growth<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

Through the figure of the <\/span>kind bunny<\/b>, children are <\/span>encouraged to <\/span>explore the theme of mutual aid and hospitality. The <\/span>bunny, who offers shelter to his friends during a <\/span>snowfall, becomes a <\/span>symbol of collaboration and generosity. This narrative helps children to <\/span>understand the importance of working together<\/b> to <\/span>overcome difficulties and find <\/span>common solutions.<\/span><\/p>

A central activity in this lesson is the <\/span>heart island game<\/b>. In this, children <\/span>simulate animals seeking shelter during a snowfall, represented by a large <\/span>white cloth. When the <\/span>snow breaks a nest, another child (the bunny) <\/span>hosts them in their nest. This game not only <\/span>is fun, but also teaches children the importance of <\/span>helping each other<\/b> and <\/span>offering support when needed.<\/p>

The heart islands game promotes the <\/span>development of cooperation, as children <\/span>learn to collaborate to find common solutions, <\/span>strengthening the sense of community. Furthermore, by identifying with the <\/span>bunny offering shelter<\/b>, children develop <\/span>empathy and learn the importance of being generous and helping those in difficulty. <\/p>

Knowing that they <\/span>can count on their peers <\/b>in difficult situations helps build a strong <\/span>sense of security and <\/span>trust in the group.<\/span><\/p>

This lesson, therefore, helps children <\/span>develop fundamental skills for collaboration, as well as promoting a learning environment based on <\/span>mutual aid<\/b> and <\/span>support<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Lesson five: motivating children to generosity<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The fifth lesson<\/strong> of the project focuses on the theme of <\/span>generosity<\/b>. In fact, it is important that children<\/span> learn to share their things and think of others, as these <\/span>social skills are <\/span>essential for harmonious and serene growth.<\/span><\/p>

Through the tale of the <\/span>generous squirrel<\/b>, children are invited to explore exactly these aspects. The squirrel, who has collected <\/span> many delicious acorns and distributes them to animals in difficulty, becomes a symbol of <\/span>generosity, showing children how sharing can<\/span> create positive connections with others.<\/span><\/p>

A central activity of this lesson is the <\/span>visualization<\/b>. <\/span> <\/p>

Children imagine being a squirrel that has collected<\/span> many acorns and think about who they would like to <\/span>share them with. This practice of <\/span>visualization strengthens the sense of <\/span>generosity and the ability to think of others. Through<\/strong> <\/span>imagination<\/b>, children develop <\/span>empathy and understand<\/span> the importance of giving <\/b>and helping those in difficulty.<\/span><\/p>

Visualization also helps children internalize the value of generosity in a way that <\/span>goes beyond simple action. By imagining the <\/span>pleasure of sharing<\/b> their acorns, children learn that generosity <\/span>not only makes others happy, but also brings <\/span>deep personal satisfaction. <\/span> <\/p>

This exercise therefore promotes <\/span>awareness of positive emotions related <\/span>to altruism and sharing, encouraging generous behaviors in <\/span>daily life as well.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Lesson six: motivating children to generosity<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The sixth lesson<\/strong> of the project focuses on motivating children to <\/span>recreate themselves using external resources<\/b>, thus addressing the <\/span>theme of friendship and mutual support. In this phase, children must learn to <\/span>use the help of others to overcome difficulties and<\/span> find new solutions<\/b>, thus developing <\/span>cooperative skills, <\/span>resilience and <\/span>adaptability.<\/span><\/p>

By teaching children to <\/span>turn to the support of friends and to <\/span>use available resources, they are offered a <\/span>solution for when they<\/span> feel lost or unable to face difficulties alone. <\/span> <\/p>

A central activity in this lesson is the <\/span>animal-friendly children’s game<\/b>. In this game, children r<\/span>appertain different animals that have to collect food to survive the winter. Some children run around the room <\/span>collecting balls (food) and bringing them to the <\/span>animals’ dens. However, a <\/span>s<\/b>trong wind (represented by a shaken cloth) <\/span>takes away the food, so the children <\/span>must continue to retrieve it.<\/span><\/p>

In this way, children will learn the importance of <\/span>perseverance<\/b> and of <\/span>collaboration<\/b> for <\/span>overcome difficulties<\/b>, both individually and collectively.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Lesson seven: sharing fears<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The seventh lesson<\/strong> of the project focuses on the <\/span>sharing of fears<\/b>, using the <\/span>metaphor of the snowstorm. <\/span> <\/p>

This lesson is designed to help children <\/span>understand that their fears are common and that<\/span> they can find comfort and security by sharing them with others.<\/span><\/p>

During this lesson, children are asked to <\/span>imagine they are in the midst of a snowstorm<\/b>. The metaphor of the storm <\/span>represents the fears and difficulties that they may <\/span>encounter in daily life. The goal is to make children understand that, just as they <\/span>seek shelter and warmth during a storm, they can <\/span>find comfort and <\/span>security by talking about their fears and <\/span>sharing them with friends and <\/span>primary adults.<\/span><\/p>

An <\/span>introductory activity consists of <\/span>breathing and imagination practices: children close their eyes and <\/span>imagine making wind with their breath<\/b>, <\/span>rotating their index finger like a snow swirl. This exercise will help them to <\/span>enter the theme of the snowstorm, promoting <\/span>awareness of their own breath<\/b>. <\/span> <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Lesson eight: motivating children with shared play<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The eighth lesson<\/strong> of the project focuses on the importance of <\/span>shared<\/b> play<\/b> as a <\/span>tool for motivation and growth. <\/span> <\/p>

Through <\/span>play and yoga practi<\/strong>ces, children learn the importance of <\/span>having fun together<\/b>, <\/span>collaborating and <\/span>supporting each other, developing <\/span>social and <\/span>emotional skills, which are fundamental for <\/span>harmonious<\/b> growth<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

In fact, the final stages of the class will consist of performing the <\/span>asanas<\/b><\/a> learned so far, with the integration of the <\/span>concept of play and fun<\/b>. These positions, practiced together, help to <\/span>Consolidate the sense of community and cooperation. Furthermore, an important phase consists of the <\/span>foot massage<\/b>: children massage their own feet and those of their peers to <\/span>warm them up, as the squirrel and the bunny did. This exercise <\/span>promotes positive physical contact and relaxation, improving <\/span>emotional connection<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Ninth lesson: motivating children to transformation<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The ninth lesson<\/strong> of the project focuses on the <\/span>theme of transformation<\/b>, using <\/span>play and <\/span>storytelling to teach children to see <\/span>change<\/b> as<\/strong> <\/span>a positive opportunity<\/b>. In this way, young children will learn that the many changes that <\/span>await them are opportunities for <\/span>positive growth!<\/span><\/p>

In fact, the core of this lesson is designed to help them <\/span>understand and embrace transformation<\/b> as a <\/span>natural part of growth and development.<\/span><\/p>

Among the most significant activities, the <\/span>storm game<\/b> certainly stands out: children hold a <\/span>long white cloth on both sides and <\/span>move it to simulate a storm. One child at a time passes under this tunnel created by the cloth, <\/span>experiencing a symbolic transformation<\/b>. This exercise promotes <\/span>positive physical contact and the <\/span>feeling of rebirth through movement.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Tenth lesson: motivating to resilience and courage<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The tenth and final lesson<\/strong> of this series of Educational Yoga meetings, which aims to motivate preschool children, focuses on the development of <\/span>resilience<\/b> and <\/span>courage<\/b>, using the return of <\/span>spring as a central theme<\/b>. <\/span> <\/p>

During this lesson, children are guided to <\/span>reflect on change and overcoming difficulties, just as <\/span>nature<\/b> renews<\/b> and reinvigorates itself with the <\/span>arrival of spring. <\/span> <\/p>

A key activity in this lesson is the <\/span>visualization<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

Children are invited to <\/span>close their eyes and <\/span>imagine the winter landscape slowly <\/span>transforming with the arrival of spring<\/strong>. During this <\/span>visualization, they are guided to <\/span>imagine the snow melting<\/b>, <\/span>the first flowers blooming, <\/strong>the trees filling with leaves, and the animals coming out of hibernation.<\/span><\/p>

While imagining these changes, <\/span>children reflect on the challenges faced during the winter. They are asked to remember <\/span>how they felt during these difficult moments and<\/span> how they found the strength to move forward. This reflection helps them to <\/span>recognize their ability to overcome difficulties<\/b>, strengthening their <\/span>resilience and<\/span> fostering the internalization of the concepts learned in previous lessons.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Using history <\/span>The winter of the little bird<\/span><\/i> by Kate Banks, we created an educational pathway that integrates the <\/span>narrative<\/b>, the <\/span>game<\/b> and the <\/span>practices<\/b> of yoga<\/b>, providing children with a <\/span>safe and challenging environment<\/b> for <\/span>explore<\/b> e <\/span>Better understand their own emotions and relationships<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

If you aspire to become a yoga teacher, the Educational Yoga course, recognized by MIUR, is the ideal choice for your training: visit the page dedicated to the <\/span>courses to become a teacher of Educational Yoga<\/span><\/a> or read our guide <\/span>how to become a teacher of Yoga for children<\/span><\/a>!<\/span><\/p>

If this topic interests you, learn about the <\/span>benefits of yoga online<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Send an email to the National Projects Coordinator elisa.chies@yogaeducativo.it<\/em>
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