Moody Cow Meditates - by Kerry Lee MacLean (Hardcover)

About the Book

Peter the Cow is having a bad day. After missing the bus and wiping out on his bike, he loses his temper and gets in trouble. To make matters worse, all the other kids and cows are teasing him, calling him "Moody Cow." Peter's day just seems to get worse until his grandfather comes over. Can Grandpa teach him to settle his mind and let go of his frustration? This vibrant children's book is a fun and funny way to introduce children to the power of meditation. With full-color illustrations by the author, "Moody Cow" is ideal for parent-child sharing and for repeat reads.

Book Synopsis

Do you want to help the children in your life discover stillness, calm, confidence, and resilience?

Children can develop greater joy and concentration through the practices of mindfulness and meditation, and Moody Cow Meditates is the perfect way to introduce them. This vibrant and funny children's book is a playful way to introduce children to the power of meditation. With full color illustrations by the author, Moody Cow Meditates is a wonderful book for parents and children to share together.

It all started one stupid, rotten day when everything went wrong...

Peter the cow is having a BAD day. After missing the bus and wiping out on his bike he loses his temper and gets in trouble. To make matters worse all the other kids are teasing him, calling him Moody Cow. Peter's day just seems to get worse until his grandfather comes over and teaches him how to settle his mind and let go of his frustration through a simple and fun exercise.

You'll love Moody Cow Meditates because it

• Teaches kids how to handle their negative emotions
• Encourages mindfulness ad meditation
• Is funny and easy-to-read
• Has full-color illustrations by the author throughout
• Includes exercises to make your own meditation jar at home

"Teaching children to meditate might be as easy as herding any other group of frisky critters. Moody Cow Meditates fills a distinct void in kid literature."--Publishers Weekly

All of us, adults and children, struggle with 'Moody Cow' days sometimes, where we feel caught up in our anger and other emotions. This book is an accessible introduction to using mindfulness to find relief and calm.

Review Quotes

"An amazing, yet simplistically beautiful story that teaches children (and caregivers) how to meditate."-- "Circles of Light"

"It's a great way to introduce children to the practice of meditation, while also helping them become aware of their feelings."--Tynette Deveaux, "Good Reads for Little Buddhas," Shambhala Sun

"Salty, satisfying, and clever book."-- "Spirituality & Practice"

"This book is a true gem to those of us with children and that struggle with trying to teach them meditation."-- "Precious Metal"

About the Author

Kerry Lee MacLean is the author and illustrator of several award-winning and bestselling picture books, including Moody Cow Meditates and Peaceful Piggy Meditation. Kerry has been leading family meditative arts workshops in North America, Australia, and Europe for fifteen years. She is the mother of five young adults who still employ meditation as an important tool in their busy lives.