For all of us “up here” in the northern states – it’s getting pretty brrrrrskies outside. You would know this by one of two things.

1. Walk outside (master of the obvious, I know).

2. Watch my kids go from 0-90 around the family room – yelling and screaming – chasing eachother – throwing the couch cushions off the couch while pretending that they have a really cool ship in the middle of the ocean.

I have issues with 2. I love their imaginations, I do! BUT….BUT…BUT…..they are flipping out from being cooped up and it’s only the beginning of November! So what’s a parent to do? I want to them to have access to exercise and the ability to burn off that energy in a healthy way and I am excited to have found Storyland Yoga by Playful Planet!

This award-winning inter-active DVD is super cute and aims to introduce young kids to “healthy lifestyle choices and help them make a connection between their health and well-being and the health and well-being of the planet.” Storyland Yoga even won a Parent’s Choice Approved award and more recently a Dr. Toy Best Green Product award – plus it’s just plain fun for the wee ones. I know what we will be doing on a cold winter day or a rainy day when we are indoors – imitating animals and going on “yoga adventures” to help the planet! This imaginative activity is way better than turning our sofa into a ship!

Here’s a peek at what you can expect from certified children’s yoga instructor Ahmed Fahmy!

“Award winning (Parent’s Choice Approved, “Dr. Toy “Best Green Product,” and Preferred Choice by Creative Child Magazine) Storyland Yoga is a wonderful way for  families to enjoy “organic” time together.  The video connects kids and nature while  providing them with the benefits of yoga: health, clarity, and calmness. Get ready  to play – the planet-friendly way!

Storyland Yoga is a fun-filled adventure that infuses children with an eco-conscious message. Two unique stories, Save the Whale and Condor Trek, engage a child’s imagination through storytelling. Kid’s learn yoga postures by becoming part of the story and imitating animals. Yoga is great exercise and helps to calm children, giving them greater focus and increased clarity. By connecting with nature and gaining respect for their own health and well being, children become empowered to create solutions for the health and sustainability of our planet. Storyland Yoga is equally fun for parents and family members who can benefit from yoga, while enjoying organic time with their children.”

Recommended for ages 3-8

**my recommendation is slightly different. I really think it would be most enjoyed by the younger ones 3-5 being most ideal!

Packaged in 100% recycled materials, this DVD not only inspires our children to  live greener – but they walk the walk too! This Yoga for kids is a great tool to help help us raiser more eco-conscious and healthier kids!

Program run time:

Condor Trek 23:10 minutes

Save the Whale 18:30 minutes

As Playful Planet’s founder’s say, and I really and truly believe……

“Stay Playful!!!”

Storyland Yoga is available on Amazon.com for 14.99

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Disclosure: I did receive a complimentary copy for reviewing purposes, but this in no way affected my opinions. My thoughts are my own!