Dharmachari Nagaraja – författare

Practising Buddhist and master storyteller Dharmachari Nagaraja weaves a thrilling narrative spell while at the same time conveying basic life lessons that will help children to develop their personality, deal with their anxieties, and find peace and confidence as they grow up. The stories explore themes from the Eightfold Path, which is Buddhism's practical route to a happy life. Topics covered, with the lightest of touches, include speaking in a kind and truthful manner, behaving with compassion, thinking selflessly and avoiding the pitfalls of egotism. Although providing gentle guidance on the art of living well, which is the basis of true happiness, each story is also compelling in its own right, featuring characters, settings and events that every child will find absorbing. Each narrative concludes with an affirmation that helps to draw out its positive message, while the superb, specially commissioned illustrations will delight your child and provide a starting-point for discussion and further enjoyment.The helpful introduction provides insights into the value of Buddhist principles for children and shows how visualisation, imaginative thinking and even first steps in meditation can help to nurture young minds and hearts.

Growing up in the modern world, our children can often feel distracted, stressed and anxious. The ancient wisdom of Buddhism, with its emphasis on peace, compassion and mindfulness, is the ideal basis for helping any child face the challenges of daily life with increased confidence and calm.From the tale of Percy the ostrich and Kevin the snail, which teaches the importance of friendship, to that of Marina the mermaid and the golden shell, which will encourage your child to meet adversity with honesty and compassion, the stories are designed to both entertain and enlighten, helping to: develop your child's imagination and sense of creativityreassure your child about any worries they may have teach your child about empathy and showing compassion to othersstimulate the imagination and enhance the creativity of your child boost your child's self-confidenceencourage your child along the path of right living

Growing up in the modern world, our children have to cope with an ever-increasing amount of stress, which can have a negative impact on their development and happiness. The ancient wisdom of Buddhism, with its emphasis on peace, mindfulness and compassion, is the ideal basis for helping any child to face these challenges with inner confidence and calm. Building on the age-old art of storytelling, this beautiful treasury re-tells 55 ancient Buddhist tales in a way that is thoroughly fun and accessible to children. The stories will transport children into an imaginary world of enlightenment and discovery where they will meet delightful characters, like the Kind and Wise Stag and the Grateful Bull, and discover easy-to-understand Buddhist messages. With an introduction to Buddhism and the Buddha, story summaries and meditations to try at home, this book will help children think about how they can apply values such as patience, perseverance, honesty and generosity to their own lives. Featuring superb, full-page illustrations and a beautiful ribbon, this treasury makes an ideal gift for any child.

The ideal read to transition busy days into quiet, meaningful evenings, this treasury of over 50 stories and meditations from the internationally bestselling Buddha at Bedtime series will be cherished by the whole family.Bedtime can be both magical and meaningful with this collection of over 50 engaging retellings of ancient Buddhist storiesBuilding on the age-old art of storytelling, this beautifully illustrated treasury brings together tales from three classic and internationally bestselling collections: Buddha at Bedtime, The Buddha's Apprentice at Bedtime, and Calm Buddha at Bedtime.Transport your child into a world of enchantment and share meaningful and spiritually affirming messages through the adventures of delightful characters like the Brave Little Parrot, the Gentle Dragon, or the Grateful Bull. In addition to these stories, you will find lessons on the art of meditation, advice on how to become more mindful, and a selection of soothing, guided visualizations perfect for any age.Make this book a part of your regular bedtime routine and give your child the tools they need to be calm and relaxed before sleep and confident, considerate and resilient as they go about their day.

Step into a world where ancient wisdom meets sparkling imagination with this captivating collection of 20 bedtime stories filled with fun animal adventures and designed to inspire young imaginations. Each story draws inspiration from the Eightfold Path — Buddhism’s practical guide to living happily and wisely. Through playful characters and captivating tales, children discover the power of kind speech, compassionate actions, thoughtful choices, and the joy that comes from thinking beyond themselves. The Spirit of the Tree represents right view.Danan and the Serpent represents right intention.The Lion and the Boar represents right speech.The Monkey Thieves represents right action.Antonio and his Treasure represents right livelihood.Amrita and the Elephants represents right mindfulness.The Sheep Stealers represents right effort.Bella and the Magic Soup represents right concentration.These lessons are woven so lightly and naturally into the stories that children simply feel as though they’re exploring magical worlds with new friends like talking elephants, magical trees, monkey thieves, and more.Together, these stories become more than bedtime reading; they become a treasure chest of calm, confidence, and joyful discovery.

Growing up in the modern world, our children have to cope with ever-increasing amounts of stress, which can hinder their development. The ancient wisdom of Buddhism, with its emphasis on peace, love and compassion, is the ideal basis for helping any child to face these challenges with inner confidence and calm. Building on the age-old art of storytelling, this beautiful book re-tells 20 ancient Buddhist tales in a way that is thoroughly fun and accessible to children. Featuring superb, full-page illustrations, the stories will transport kids into an imaginary world of enlightenment and discovery where they will meet delightful characters and discover an easy-to-understand Buddhist message—one that will help them think about how they can apply values such as patience, perseverance, honesty and generosity to their own lives. Designed to be read aloud by a parent or read by older children on their own, these compelling narratives provide a pleasurable, soothing transition into sleep.

An empowering collection of 18 bedtime stories filled with fun animal adventures and designed to inspire young imaginations. Each story aids bedtime relaxation, enhances creativity, increases self-confidence and teaches key Buddhist values, such as patience, honesty, authenticity and generosity. Stories include:The Bear Who Learned to Wait: Good things are worth waiting for. The Invisble Elephant: Be brave and speak up to help others. The Singing Canary: Focus on what you have, not what others have. Cornflower and the Mischievious Donkey: Actions have consequences. Uncle Onion's Garden: Clever people are ready to learn from others. With its emphasis on peace, compassion and mindfulness, Calm Buddha at Bedtime offers a foundation for young readers to learn to cope calmly and confidently with the many challenges they face growing up. This is the perfect sequel to Buddha at Bedtime, introducing young readers to 18 more fun and entertaining stories that perfectly showcase these Buddhist values.