Mind Body Align

01/23/2026

Are you ready for the possibility of schools being cancelled on Monday? Remember to stay safe and follow us to get tips on entertaining your elementary school student anytime Mansfield City School District has a snow day!

01/20/2026

When everything feels stirred up, we can settle—just like a snow globe.

Invite your child to draw or color a snow globe with the snow gently resting at the bottom. Inside the globe, they can write or illustrate what helps them feel calm. Cozy ideas like snuggling under a blanket, walking outside, or spending time with a pet are all welcome.

Every snow globe will look different—just like every child—and that’s what makes it beautiful.

This creative reflection builds awareness and gives children tools to find stillness, even when their thoughts or emotions feel like a swirling storm.

01/19/2026

We’re honored to support your Spartans as they explore the foundations of focus, emotional awareness, and resilience through our Labyrinth Adventures curriculum.

From exploring the five senses and identifying emotions in the youngest learners, to learning how stress feels in the body and practicing calming strategies like Box Breath and Shark Breath—these are not just activities, they’re skills that last a lifetime.

Thank you to the Richland County Foundation for helping bring these essential life skills into classrooms. Together, we’re nurturing a learning environment where students feel safe, focused, and ready to thrive—mind, body, and heart.

01/19/2026

Today we celebrate the legendary Dolly Parton—not just for her music, but for her unwavering commitment to childhood literacy through the Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

Her vision of sending free books to children from birth to age five has created ripple effects of empowerment across the world. With over 200 million books gifted globally, her work is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we invest in early learning and give every child the chance to discover their voice through reading.

At our organization, we believe—just like Dolly—that building a child's foundation starts with care, connection, and opportunities to grow. Thank you, Dolly, for being a bright light and fierce advocate for children’s potential.

01/15/2026

Snow Day Activity!

Feelings can freeze up—just like ice. But with warmth and attention, they can melt.

🧊 Give your child an ice cube and invite them to imagine it holds a feeling inside.

As it begins to melt, ask:
💬 “What feeling would you like to thaw today?”
💬 “Where do you feel that feeling in your body?”
💬 “What helps that feeling melt—like sunshine on snow?”

This quiet, hands-on activity helps children name emotions, connect with body signals, and gently release what feels stuck.

✨ A simple, sensory way to build self-awareness and emotional expression—even on the coldest days.

01/12/2026

Rainy day vibes… but that’s not the only thing making a splash this semester.

Our educators are back in action, bringing focus, calm, and connection to a new group of young learners—and we’re beyond excited to reveal where!

Here’s your first hint:
📍 It’s a place where the halls echo with curiosity, and even a cloudy day can’t dim the energy inside.
📚 There’s a strong focus on whole child development—and this semester, we’re helping bring regulation and resilience to life.

Can you guess where we are teaching this semester?

Drop your guess in the comments! Bonus points if you’ve ever been there on a rainy day like this one

01/09/2026

“It always starts with self-awareness.”

Julie Braumberger, our Director of Education, offers a powerful reminder in her new blog for SEL4OH: When we help children understand what they’re feeling and why, we give them tools for emotional resilience that will serve them for life.

Drawing from decades of experience, Julie brings clarity and warmth to the conversation about regulation, attention, and how a simple pause can change a classroom moment.

Read the full article here: https://sel4oh.org/blog/sel-back-to-basics-self-awareness

Then come back and share: what’s one strategy you use to support student self-awareness?

by Julie Braumberger, SEL4OH Leadership Team Member and Director of Education, Mind Body Align

12/31/2025

This year, we leaned into our mission—supporting whole child development through the power of self-regulation and real-world strategies that work for teachers and students. Here's what we accomplished together in 2025:

Completed our full Kindergarten–1st Grade Curriculum
Revised and refreshed our Grades 2–3 Curriculum
Published an incredible 32 storybooks that teach kids how to regulate emotions and make thoughtful choices
Hosted book talks that sparked conversations across classrooms and communities
Shared our work at ManaFest, health fairs, book fairs, Peace on My Block, and even a little fun on Wacky Wednesday
Delivered in-school programs at Mansfield Public Schools and Buckeye Imagination Museum
Placed our storybooks in libraries across Ohio and Wisconsin
Supported hundreds of students and their teachers in building skills for calm, focus, and resilience

We’re grateful for every moment—and more ready than ever for what’s next.

Here’s to 2026. Let’s keep growing. Let’s keep aligning.

12/15/2025

❄️ Introducing: Snow Day Activities for Calm, Connection, and Creativity! ❄️

On snow days, kids stay home—but big feelings, restless bodies, and unexpected schedule changes still show up. That’s why we’re launching a special series of playful, self-regulation activities for snowy days at home.

🌬️ Inspired by our school-based focus and regulation tools, these strategies help children build awareness, emotional wellness, and calm—without needing screens or complicated materials.

📍We’ll post new content anytime Mansfield City Schools (Ohio) announces a snow day—and we invite all families to follow along! These activities are great any day you or your child needs a moment of calm or connection.

12/14/2025

12/12/2025

Tomorrow we celebrate JOY! Join us at The 101 Tea Company for story time with the Labyrinth Adventure friends.

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12/11/2025

Tomorrow we celebrate JOY! Join us at The 101 Tea Company for an evening with Annamarie Fernyak and friends. The Right Side of Happiness book brings people together and sparks joy in the every day.

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