Mini Meditations for Kids

The goal of these short meditations is to harness classic and time-tested mindfulness techniques to help children's common anxieties and daily challenges. Topics range from addressing anxiety, getting a shot, and trying something new, to gratitude, embracing creativity, and meditation before taking a test or exam. The meditations have been developed in conjunction with Tara Segree, an educator and mindfulness practitioner with 17+ years of experience. Tara's work has positively impacted the lives of many children across the globe. These meditations are intended for children ages 6+. The topics are inspired by mindfulness and growth mindset themes from the award-winning animated series "The Paper Girls Show". Find more information and resources at https://www.papergirls.com/meditations and https://www.youtube.com/thepapergirlsshowNarration by: Tara Segree, an experienced educator and mindfulness practitioner with 17+ years experience whose work has positively impacted the lives of many children across the globe.Produced by: Global Tinker, Inc., an award-winning children's media studio inspiring young minds through STEM content, products and curriculum that extend from traditional print media to digital eBooks and animations, and online material for desktop and mobile platforms.

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Mini Meditations for Kids

Helping Kids Calm Big Feelings

January 02, 2026 • The Paper Girls Show • Season 1 • Episode 42

Mini Meditations for Kids | The Paper Girls Show

This gentle 5-minute guided meditation is an award-winning and ★★★★ rated tool designed to help children ages 5–10 calm their bodies, soften big emotions, and return to a sense of balance.

Perfect for home, classroom, or quiet reset moments, this short listening meditation supports emotional regulation, focus, and resilience—without screens.

Through simple breathing (“smell the flower, blow the feather”) and reassuring affirmations like “I am calm” and “Good things are coming,” children learn that while they can’t control everything, they can choose calm, kindness, and peace.

This practice is especially helpful for busy, creative minds that feel emotions deeply and sometimes need a gentle pause.

This episode is:

🌱 Designed for children ages 5–10 and K–5 classrooms
🎧 Audio-only — no need to watch the screen
🧘 Helpful for parents, caregivers, counselors, and teachers
🧠 Supports emotional regulation, mindfulness, SEL, and focus
⭐ Part of the Mini Meditations for Kids series from The Paper Girls Show

Created in collaboration with Tara Segree, an educator and mindfulness practitioner with 17+ years of experience helping children manage attention, stress, and emotions with compassion and clarity.

🏆 Mini Meditations for Kids has been named “Best Meditation Podcast for Kids (Age 5+)” and Kids Podcast of the Year by Common Sense Media (★★★★ rated), offering trusted, kid-approved calm for growing minds.

About Mini Meditations for Kids

Mini Meditations for Kids helps children calm their bodies, focus their minds, and build confidence through short, 5-minute guided practices.

Produced by The Paper Girls Show—a multi-award-winning children’s series focused on creativity, critical thinking, and emotional wellbeing—these meditations are ideal for bedtime routines, emotional regulation, classroom mindfulness, and everyday transitions.

For relaxation and educational purposes only.
Not medical or therapeutic advice. Please consult a qualified professional for health concerns.

'Mini Meditations for Kids', named one of Common Sense Media’s Best Kids Podcasts of the Year, helps children ages 5–10 calm their bodies, focus their minds, and build confidence through short, 5-minute guided meditations.

Produced by 'The Paper Girls Show'—4-star rated by Common Sense Media and multi-award-winning—this trusted mindfulness series offers calming practices for bedtime routines, emotional regulation, classroom mindfulness, and everyday transitions.

For relaxation and educational purposes only. Not medical or therapeutic advice. Please consult a qualified professional for health concerns.

Explore free videos, printable guides, and teaching tools: www.minimeditationsforkids.com | www.papergirls.com/meditations

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