Peaceful Mind

by Dalai Lama

Overview

Developed in collaboration with His Holiness The Dalai Lama, this small but mighty book is filled with an inspiring meditation exercise for adults and kids to practice together.

In this calming board book, young readers can discover breathwork and other tips on how to bring calm to a busy mind. Beautiful original illustrations engage your child’s imagination while the simple instructions can be read out loud, helping to develop empathy skills.

A wonderful introduction to meditation for children:

• Meditative content developed in collaboration with His Holiness the Dalai Lama
• Stunning visuals welcome readers into the enriching world on every page
• An effective introduction to meditation for kids, this is the perfect mindfulness gift for children and their grown-ups

Peaceful Mind is ideal for a calming activity before bed or to diffuse difficult situations, and is the perfect tool for introducing the little ones in your life to the benefits of breathwork and the art of mindfulness.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780593959428
Publisher:	DK
Publication date:	03/04/2025
Pages:	20
Product dimensions:	7.13(w) x 7.06(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	2 - 5 Years

About the Author

(Spokesperson) His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, describes himself as a simple Buddhist monk. He is the spiritual leader of Tibet. His Holiness the Dalai Lama is a man of peace. In 1989, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his nonviolent struggle for the liberation of Tibet, and he has also authored or co-authored more than 110 books.

Editorial Reviews

02/17/2025

“A big, grey elephant in the forest with rough, wrinkly skin” anchors this simple board book meditation from the Dalai Lama. Opening lines direct readers to position themselves for initial breathwork (“Keep your eyes slightly open. Breathe in”). As interspersed phrases remind readers to persist with mindful breathing, the author next moves slowly through a visualization of the pachyderm. Further prompts paint a detailed picture of the creature (“Hear its big, flapping ears”), building toward a centering calm that text reassures can be returned to: “You can always come back to the elephant when you next feel nervous or anxious.” With thick smudges of harmonious coloring, Lee’s unlined naif renderings depict children of various skin tones beatifically meditating or walking alongside the starring animal. It’s a brief introductory practice that offers a kid-friendly taste of meditation’s comforting effects. An author’s note concludes. Ages 2–5. (Mar.)

Publishers Weekly