The Power of Presence: A Guide to Mindfulness Practices in Early Childhood is written for today’s educators who feel pressured by unrealistic demands, are overwhelmed by the daily chaos of early childhood teaching, and seek to find peace in their classrooms. • Find and foster your own awareness • Cultivate and encourage mindfulness practices in your classroom • Nurture mindfulness, openness, curiosity, and calm throughout the day • Create an inclusive classroom that accepts and encourages all children A more peaceful, present learning environment will help children to reclaim their safe, joyful, confident, and competent approach to learning. The adults in the children’s lives, whether families or educators, will also thrive in this mindful approach with more patience, focus, and confidence. Together, they’ll be able to breathe in blue skies and reach new heights of learning.