Earthlight

"I bought this book for my 7 year old daughter. As I grew up without too many choiches as to my own spiritual path (my partents'religious way or big trouble),I wanted my daughter to find her own truths and thus I try and equip her with tools to enable her to make her own choiches. Earhlight radiates the love of the auther and fits wonderfully into the education of my precious "grown up in training".This little gem is however not only for children but can be a wonderfull starting point for those wanting to start meditating.The concept of medidation is seen as somewhat eastern/foreign and does not always sit comfortable in some religious circles.The book however does not promote any religious bias and will not offend anyone regardless of religious affiliation or belief systemn. Eartlight I believe will help to introduce parents unfimaliar with the process (or to remind the initiated) to the wonders of going inwards to solve problems; to provide them with the oportunity to pass onto their children a gift that will serve them throughout their chilhood for the rest of their life.In the process you can also have a lot of fun with your child and who knows find your inner playfull child again. The book is an easy read that is designed to be read/taught by the parent/caregiver or teacher to the child individualy or to a group of children and I believe will build self confidence in them.Truly one you should purchase and pass onto others too.Enjoy.

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~ Written on 2007-12-17

"This is one of a 3 book set and they are all amazing. I use the books as a bedtime story for my daughter and I also use them as a relaxation/visualisation in my kids yoga classes. GREAT!"
~ Written on 2006-08-07

"I accidentally stumbled upon Maureen Garth's wonderful books for meditation with children. These books are little gems for nurturing feelings of warmth, peace, joy, creativity, imagination and relaxation in children, so necessary in today's fast paced world. My children will both be turning 4 next week and love to hear the meditations and we have just started! Our little girl (from China)has night terrors and restless nights plus has a difficult time in settling down for the night. Although she initially did not want to close her eyes to listen, she later asked me to tell her a little story and Voila! the little meditation I read to my son became the vehicle for her and I told it to her in my own words. That's the beauty of these little stories, you do not have to read them word for word or you can easily edit them if necessary. Maureen gives you the beautiful GIFT of the storyline to follow. My son loved the meditation about piloting the steamboat down the long winding river! I was disheartened to read the few negative reviews about these little books, because they certainly can be edited or re-worded for other faiths plus many of the meditations did not delve into faiths, but would spark a child's imagination (ex. the steamboat, being a color etc.). Thank you Maureen for sharing your gift. (To Ellen; So sorry to read about the loss of your mother. How blessed you were to have had her guiding presence and love in your life.) Betsy"
~ Written on 2004-12-12

"I ordered this highly recommended book for my 8 year old daughter, who has been having a difficult time since [seeing traumatic world events]. Was I ever surprised to find that nearly one third of the chapters encompassed Christian topics (Christmas, Easter). We are a Jewish family, and I certainly would have expected to see this information included in the description of the book. Also, I must say, neither my daughter nor I found the book appealing in other ways--I think its really more appropriate for preschool aged children. (who are Christian!)"
~ Written on 2002-02-24

"My child had problems sleeping in his own bed and night terrors before I purchased this book for him. After using these meditations with him for only 5 nights his problems were solved. He now asks for it everynight, and even gets upset if I can't read one to him. The meditations are simpily wonderful; they sooth, relax, and enchant him. I can't say enough good things about these. I only have two of them, but intend to purchase all of her books in the near future. I was very saddened to read of the authors death;it was clear from her introductions in the books and the meditations themselves that she was a very caring and loving soul who enjoyed the gift that she gave to so many children and adults."
~ Written on 2001-03-29