Description
LOLA LEARNS YOGA
Book Summary
Lola is a restless and dreamy little bunny who finds it hard to sit still. When her grandfather teaches yoga to her and her cousins, Lola is easily distracted by laughter and jumping. However, after getting lost in the forest while chasing a butterfly, she is overcome by fear and nervousness. It is then that the yoga poses she learned become her best tool for calming down and finding her way back home. A picture book that introduces children's yoga in a natural and fun way.
What is it about?
This story follows little bunny Lola, a character full of energy who finds it difficult to control her urge to move and jump. Her grandfather, with great patience, tries to teach her and her cousins different yoga poses to encourage calm and concentration. However, Lola's mischievous nature leads her to get distracted and wander away from the group while chasing a butterfly. Finding herself alone and scared in the forest, Lola turns to the breathing exercises and poses she has learned to manage her anxiety and regain serenity, demonstrating that yoga can be a practical tool for children in stressful or frightening situations.
Main Themes
- Introduction to children's yoga and its benefits for calm and concentration.
- Managing emotions such as fear, anxiety, and restlessness in childhood.
- Intergenerational relationships and shared learning between grandparents and grandchildren.
- Autonomy and problem-solving through relaxation techniques.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is recommended for children between 3 and 6 years old who are beginning to explore their emotions, as well as for families and educators looking for a playful tool to introduce concepts of mindfulness or children's yoga. It is also ideal for young readers with high energy who might identify with the protagonist.
What this book offers
- Offers a first approach to yoga through an engaging narrative that is relatable to little ones.
- Helps children identify and manage emotions like fear or restlessness in a practical way.
- Encourages shared family reading, promoting moments of calm and connection.
- Presents a story of personal growth where the protagonist learns to use her inner resources.
Technical Details
- Author: DAVISON, EMILY ANN; ALLWRIGHT, DEBORAH
- Publisher: NUBEOCHO
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: PICTURE BOOKS, CHILDREN'S AND YOUNG ADULT: GENERAL NON-FICTION
- Collection: SOMOS8
- Binding: Hardcover
- Edition date: November 2023
- Number of pages: 40
- Weight: 177 g
Editorial Review
Lola Learns Yoga stands out for its ability to merge an entertaining story with a real pedagogical tool. The work addresses the difficulty children face in managing impulsivity and fear with sensitivity, offering a narrative solution that little ones can remember and apply. The hardcover format and illustrations, characteristic of the Somos8 collection, make it a durable and visually appealing book for early childhood. It is a solid choice for parents who wish to introduce their children to relaxation and self-awareness in an organic and non-forced way.