Previous Highlights!

We kicked off the new year by diving into the world of Mindful Farming and Composting with an amazing group of kindergartners, teachers and PTO volunteers from Chickering Elementary in Dover, MA! These young farmers used their imaginations and breaths to prepare their land, plant their seeds and breathe life into their crops. Once our minds and bodies were settled, we began our compost journey and engaged our senses to:

· identify the varying colors of soil and decomposing leaves,

· smell the sweetness of soil, leaves, and pine needles; and,

· feel the varying textures of the natural materials.

Together we learned about the different soil horizons, decomposition process, compost critters, and the valuable nutrients compost provides plants. We then set up a classroom experiment to test out what is and is not compostable! In March, the Mindful Squirrel will return to view the experiment results and lead the Chickering Farmers through an afternoon of being a Mindful Worm! In May we’ll close our Mindful Farmers series by becoming Mindful Flowers.

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Thank you to the wonderful families that attended the Mindful Squirrel's Family Sessions at the Natick, Bacon Free Library!

Our participants did an excellent job of engaging their senses, using their observant minds to notice the world around them, and letting their curiosity lead them! We allowed our breaths to calm our bodies and relax our active minds. 

Together we embarked on a mindful practice that encouraged us to notice the mindful pauses and spaces in our world, the many different sounds near and far, and the variety of textures and smells in our surroundings. Several of us were excited to discover the warmth of the stones after a hot day, the moist and plush feeling of moss, and the bright yellow of pollen. 

Stay tuned to for more Mindfulness Sessions coming your way for all ages! To share your interest please click here.