Seven Spirals: A Chakra Sutra for Kids.

Seven Spirals: A Chakra Sutra for Kids. Seven Spirals: A Chakra chakra:see yoga. chakraIn Hinduism and Tantra, any of 88,000 focal points in the human body where psychic forces and bodily functions can merge and interact. Sutra for Kids Deena Haiber, author Aimee MacDonald, illustrator Mushroom Hollow Press 23654 Oakside Blvd., Lutz, FL 33559 www.mushroomhollow.com 9780615241852, $15.95, www.amazon.com "Seven Spirals: A Chakra Sutra for Kids" is akid-oriented explanatory book about the seven chakras chakras (chaˑ·krz),n. and what theypertain to in daily life experiences. To illustrate each chakra, adifferent child describes experiences that reflect that chakra and itscolor. There are simple chakra explanations also at the end, and thereis both the English and the Sanskirt term for each chakra on its page,with its accompanying color. Finally, there are simple suggestions forsimple meditation exercises that kids can easily perform, general orspecific to each chakra. Gently calming and positive in its message andoutlook,"Seven Spirals" may be a key component to aid andassist children diagnosed with ADHD Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)DefinitionAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder characterized by distractibility, hyperactivity, impulsive behaviors, and the inability to remain focused on tasks or in learning and dealing with dailylife stresses that interfere with learning and getting along withothers. "Seven Spirals" is beautifully illustrated with mixedmedia works that enhance the tranquil effect of the chakra teaching andthe meditational directions. "Seven Spirals" will be effectivewith a wide age range of young readers because of the depth of itscontent, combined with its simplicity in presentation.