Yoga Book for children and the young at heart - Aristotle's Journey into Happiness - (A family yoga classic)

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Yoga Book For Children And The Young At Heart - Aristotle's Journey Into Happiness - (A Family Yoga Classic)

Project 2017-04-16 13:22:17 +1200

Yoga for children and the young at heart - Aristotle's Journey into Happiness - (A family yoga classic)

 

Hi there, I am planning to get this 78 page classic family yoga book, illustrated and written by myself, self-published. It shows kids and adults (age 5 to 100) how to keep our bodies tuned, healthy and aligned through yoga. Aristotle, the positive and uplifting monkey, shows us how to do the classic postures and sequences in an uplifting and vigorous way. Aristotle won't let the monkey-mind get in the way.

I've approached several publishers but the New Zealand market for this type of book is too small (getting an agent is like getting a full time job). I've used "Aristotle's Jouney into Happiness" in many of my yoga classes both in NZ as well as overseas. Grown-ups, school-teachers, and kids all find juicy bits they can relate to and groove along with. General response from non-yogis is: "I want to have a copy this book, it makes me want to try yoga". This is a joyful and quaint book that translates complex ideas into simple and easy to follow yoga steps. The book is endorsed by some fabulous people who see its vision and world-wide appeal. Danny Paradise, a long-time yoga teacher to many a rising yoga star (Sting, Madonna, Pavarotti . . . ) wrote the foreword, "Bibi's visionary and masterful new children's/family book is full of ancient wisdom, beautiful drawings and the joy, happiness, independence and personal empowerment that Yoga can bring to everyone. What better way to help heal the world and restore the balance than to introduce the teachings of yoga to the youngest generation?" Simply put, this book is meant to inspire and keep a smile on everyone's face! To give you an idea of the book in action, below is an image of the title as well as a Facebook link.

 

 

                                              Tile Page

 

 https://m.facebook.com/bibiworld.monkeyoga/?ref=bookmarks

 

Aristotle the Monkeyogi

 

About Bibi and Aristotle

I began teaching Yoga to kids and teachers in Tokyo in 2001. Coming from a primary school teaching background and working at international schools, the idea of bringing yoga to kids and teachers was well received by the heads of the schools as well as its staff! In 2003 I completed my White Lotus teaching Certificate - https://www.whitelotus.org/ - and began teaching at various schools, studios and Aristotle the monkey came into being. This Book project evolved over 4 years and was well received at the Maui Writers conference. I've taught hundreds of children of many ages and some of them have actually turned into yoga teachers themselves. Parents of children and the children themselves have shown appreciation via stories and letters as well as personal testimonials. As an artist and writer, yoga has always helped ground me and given me balance and inspiration when executing my creativity and dreams. Teaching yoga to kids of all ages has also brought a ton of beautiful, genuine people my way from all over the globe. "Yoga for children and the young at heart - Aristotle's Journey into Happiness" is endorsed by some of the most respected and funky yoga-teachers in the world, including creatives who appreciate my vision, such as David O'Donnell from the Drama Department at Victoria University as well as various other NZ creatives. I'm thankful to all of them and most of all love the kids who bring their ideas and bundles of energy into the class every term. Bringing this book out in paper-back means the world to me and it is the parents who've constantly pushed and encouraged me to publish the book in paperback. I thank you all and enjoy the ride along with Aristotle!!! Love Bibi and Aristotle and the 'team'.

Bibi Yogi and Aristotle the Yogamonkey 

 

 

 

Prints which go with some of the Pledges

Bow Pose - PRINT SAMLE ONE

                                                        

Breathing Arm-Stretch Pose - PRINT SAMLE TWO

 

 Boat Pose - PRINT SAMPLE THREE

Comments

Updates 5

A simple thank you to all of you who pledged.

29/06/2017 at 9:38 PM

You've been a most supportive community. Thank you for believing in this project. Sending love. Bibi and Aristotle and the kids

We made it

29/06/2017 at 5:03 PM

Thank you all for keeping my dream alive. We've reached the pledge me target and more. Love love love from Bibi and the Aristotle team . 💓💓💓💓

We made it thanx to you!!!

29/06/2017 at 4:52 PM

Yoga for children and the young at heart - Aristotle's Journey into Happiness - (A family yoga classic)

 

Hi there, I am planning to get this 78 page classic family yoga book, illustrated and written by myself, self-published. It shows kids and adults (age 5 to 100) how to keep our bodies tuned, healthy and aligned through yoga. Aristotle, the positive and uplifting monkey, shows us how to do the classic postures and sequences in an uplifting and vigorous way. Aristotle won't let the monkey-mind get in the way.

I've approached several publishers but the New Zealand market for this type of book is too small (getting an agent is like getting a full time job). I've used "Aristotle's Jouney into Happiness" in many of my yoga classes both in NZ as well as overseas. Grown-ups, school-teachers, and kids all find juicy bits they can relate to and groove along with. General response from non-yogis is: "I want to have a copy this book, it makes me want to try yoga". This is a joyful and quaint book that translates complex ideas into simple and easy to follow yoga steps. The book is endorsed by some fabulous people who see its vision and world-wide appeal. Danny Paradise, a long-time yoga teacher to many a rising yoga star (Sting, Madonna, Pavarotti . . . ) wrote the foreword, "Bibi's visionary and masterful new children's/family book is full of ancient wisdom, beautiful drawings and the joy, happiness, independence and personal empowerment that Yoga can bring to everyone. What better way to help heal the world and restore the balance than to introduce the teachings of yoga to the youngest generation?" Simply put, this book is meant to inspire and keep a smile on everyone's face! To give you an idea of the book in action, below is an image of the title as well as a Facebook link.

 

 

                                              Tile Page

 

 https://m.facebook.com/bibiworld.monkeyoga/?ref=bookmarks

 

Aristotle the Monkeyogi

 

About Bibi and Aristotle

I began teaching Yoga to kids and teachers in Tokyo in 2001. Coming from a primary school teaching background and working at international schools, the idea of bringing yoga to kids and teachers was well received by the heads of the schools as well as its staff! In 2003 I completed my White Lotus teaching Certificate - https://www.whitelotus.org/ - and began teaching at various schools, studios and Aristotle the monkey came into being. This Book project evolved over 4 years and was well received at the Maui Writers conference. I've taught hundreds of children of many ages and some of them have actually turned into yoga teachers themselves. Parents of children and the children themselves have shown appreciation via stories and letters as well as personal testimonials. As an artist and writer, yoga has always helped ground me and given me balance and inspiration when executing my creativity and dreams. Teaching yoga to kids of all ages has also brought a ton of beautiful, genuine people my way from all over the globe. "Yoga for children and the young at heart - Aristotle's Journey into Happiness" is endorsed by some of the most respected and funky yoga-teachers in the world, including creatives who appreciate my vision, such as David O'Donnell from the Drama Department at Victoria University as well as various other NZ creatives. I'm thankful to all of them and most of all love the kids who bring their ideas and bundles of energy into the class every term. Bringing this book out in paper-back means the world to me and it is the parents who've constantly pushed and encouraged me to publish the book in paperback. I thank you all and enjoy the ride along with Aristotle!!! Love Bibi and Aristotle and the 'team'.

Bibi Yogi and Aristotle the Yogamonkey 

 

 

 

Prints which go with some of the Pledges

Bow Pose - PRINT SAMLE ONE

                                                        

Breathing Arm-Stretch Pose - PRINT SAMLE TWO

 

 Boat Pose - PRINT SAMPLE THREE

Aristotle is so close... lets do Warrior 3 with him

25/06/2017 at 10:54 AM

Lovely People

Aristotle is so close to being published and briniging peace, joy and fun to everyone.

With only $500 to go, help me make Aristotle's dream come true!

Please SHARE this with everyone you love and lets bring some happiness to the world.

Love Bibi x 

Fly higher with a FLier

27/05/2017 at 11:18 AM

We (myself and Aristotle and our secret helpers) want to say a BIG THANK YOU to all you Pledgers for helping make this family children's yoga classic happen! We have reached over a third of the funding and we need all the help we can get to get the book off the ground. Please keep sharing and spreading the info to other parents and friends. Sending much much LOVE and LIGHT.

Bibi and the Aristotle TEAM! xxx

 

 

 

    Pledgers 64

    Jayani Halliday
    29/06/2017 at 4:07pm
    Anonymous pledger
    29/06/2017 at 4:41am
    Jo Hodgson
    28/06/2017 at 6:15pm
    Laura Kathleen Alexis Withers
    28/06/2017 at 6:01pm
    Kathy Lindsay
    28/06/2017 at 2:46pm
    Anonymous pledger
    28/06/2017 at 8:19am
    Anonymous pledger
    28/06/2017 at 8:15am
    Kathy Lindsay
    27/06/2017 at 12:43am

    "Aristotle for President 😃"

    Toth Doris
    26/06/2017 at 9:52pm
    Florence Coram-Lasnier
    26/06/2017 at 8:35pm
    Lara Charles
    26/06/2017 at 7:40pm
    Anonymous pledger
    26/06/2017 at 3:03pm
    LilyBee Wrap
    25/06/2017 at 8:06pm
    Helen Valentine
    25/06/2017 at 2:51pm

    "Hello Bibi, Hoping you get this across the line so am making a second pledge. Sending you sunshine,happiness & may you feel all of our love!"

    Kate Brownlee
    24/06/2017 at 12:58pm
    kara maas
    24/06/2017 at 10:16am

    "Good luck Bibi, really hope this wonderful vision of yours is extremely successful all the best of luck to you Nameste "

    Eve hyde
    24/06/2017 at 10:05am
    Meaghan Tennent
    22/06/2017 at 11:16am

    "Looks like a beautiful contribution to the universe XX"

    Ingrid van Iperen
    21/06/2017 at 1:50pm
    Jehan Dissanayake
    20/06/2017 at 10:01pm
    Anonymous pledger
    20/06/2017 at 8:39pm
    Summer Acton
    20/06/2017 at 10:28am

    "Can't wait to receive the book, im sure my daughter is gong to love it :)"

    Donna Alley
    20/06/2017 at 9:23am

    "Good luck! "

    Noriko Misawa
    18/06/2017 at 6:45pm
    Anonymous pledger
    16/06/2017 at 5:01pm
    Mahria Sangster
    14/06/2017 at 9:32pm
    Sanjay
    14/06/2017 at 11:11am

    "It is indeed the best yoga book ever and it will bring more enlightenment and good health to all kids in the world. "

    Anonymous pledger
    13/06/2017 at 4:00am

    "via Danny"

    Alexandra D
    13/06/2017 at 3:56am
    Alexandra D
    13/06/2017 at 3:47am

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    Yoga Book For Children And The Young At Heart - Aristotle's Journey Into Happiness - (A Family Yoga Classic)

    Project 2017-04-16 13:22:17 +1200

    Yoga for children and the young at heart - Aristotle's Journey into Happiness - (A family yoga classic)

     

    Hi there, I am planning to get this 78 page classic family yoga book, illustrated and written by myself, self-published. It shows kids and adults (age 5 to 100) how to keep our bodies tuned, healthy and aligned through yoga. Aristotle, the positive and uplifting monkey, shows us how to do the classic postures and sequences in an uplifting and vigorous way. Aristotle won't let the monkey-mind get in the way.

    I've approached several publishers but the New Zealand market for this type of book is too small (getting an agent is like getting a full time job). I've used "Aristotle's Jouney into Happiness" in many of my yoga classes both in NZ as well as overseas. Grown-ups, school-teachers, and kids all find juicy bits they can relate to and groove along with. General response from non-yogis is: "I want to have a copy this book, it makes me want to try yoga". This is a joyful and quaint book that translates complex ideas into simple and easy to follow yoga steps. The book is endorsed by some fabulous people who see its vision and world-wide appeal. Danny Paradise, a long-time yoga teacher to many a rising yoga star (Sting, Madonna, Pavarotti . . . ) wrote the foreword, "Bibi's visionary and masterful new children's/family book is full of ancient wisdom, beautiful drawings and the joy, happiness, independence and personal empowerment that Yoga can bring to everyone. What better way to help heal the world and restore the balance than to introduce the teachings of yoga to the youngest generation?" Simply put, this book is meant to inspire and keep a smile on everyone's face! To give you an idea of the book in action, below is an image of the title as well as a Facebook link.

     

     

                                                  Tile Page

     

     https://m.facebook.com/bibiworld.monkeyoga/?ref=bookmarks

     

    Aristotle the Monkeyogi

     

    About Bibi and Aristotle

    I began teaching Yoga to kids and teachers in Tokyo in 2001. Coming from a primary school teaching background and working at international schools, the idea of bringing yoga to kids and teachers was well received by the heads of the schools as well as its staff! In 2003 I completed my White Lotus teaching Certificate - https://www.whitelotus.org/ - and began teaching at various schools, studios and Aristotle the monkey came into being. This Book project evolved over 4 years and was well received at the Maui Writers conference. I've taught hundreds of children of many ages and some of them have actually turned into yoga teachers themselves. Parents of children and the children themselves have shown appreciation via stories and letters as well as personal testimonials. As an artist and writer, yoga has always helped ground me and given me balance and inspiration when executing my creativity and dreams. Teaching yoga to kids of all ages has also brought a ton of beautiful, genuine people my way from all over the globe. "Yoga for children and the young at heart - Aristotle's Journey into Happiness" is endorsed by some of the most respected and funky yoga-teachers in the world, including creatives who appreciate my vision, such as David O'Donnell from the Drama Department at Victoria University as well as various other NZ creatives. I'm thankful to all of them and most of all love the kids who bring their ideas and bundles of energy into the class every term. Bringing this book out in paper-back means the world to me and it is the parents who've constantly pushed and encouraged me to publish the book in paperback. I thank you all and enjoy the ride along with Aristotle!!! Love Bibi and Aristotle and the 'team'.

    Bibi Yogi and Aristotle the Yogamonkey 

     

     

     

    Prints which go with some of the Pledges

    Bow Pose - PRINT SAMLE ONE

                                                            

    Breathing Arm-Stretch Pose - PRINT SAMLE TWO

     

     Boat Pose - PRINT SAMPLE THREE

    Comments

    A simple thank you to all of you who pledged.

    29/06/2017 at 9:38 PM

    You've been a most supportive community. Thank you for believing in this project. Sending love. Bibi and Aristotle and the kids

    We made it

    29/06/2017 at 5:03 PM

    Thank you all for keeping my dream alive. We've reached the pledge me target and more. Love love love from Bibi and the Aristotle team . 💓💓💓💓

    We made it thanx to you!!!

    29/06/2017 at 4:52 PM

    Yoga for children and the young at heart - Aristotle's Journey into Happiness - (A family yoga classic)

     

    Hi there, I am planning to get this 78 page classic family yoga book, illustrated and written by myself, self-published. It shows kids and adults (age 5 to 100) how to keep our bodies tuned, healthy and aligned through yoga. Aristotle, the positive and uplifting monkey, shows us how to do the classic postures and sequences in an uplifting and vigorous way. Aristotle won't let the monkey-mind get in the way.

    I've approached several publishers but the New Zealand market for this type of book is too small (getting an agent is like getting a full time job). I've used "Aristotle's Jouney into Happiness" in many of my yoga classes both in NZ as well as overseas. Grown-ups, school-teachers, and kids all find juicy bits they can relate to and groove along with. General response from non-yogis is: "I want to have a copy this book, it makes me want to try yoga". This is a joyful and quaint book that translates complex ideas into simple and easy to follow yoga steps. The book is endorsed by some fabulous people who see its vision and world-wide appeal. Danny Paradise, a long-time yoga teacher to many a rising yoga star (Sting, Madonna, Pavarotti . . . ) wrote the foreword, "Bibi's visionary and masterful new children's/family book is full of ancient wisdom, beautiful drawings and the joy, happiness, independence and personal empowerment that Yoga can bring to everyone. What better way to help heal the world and restore the balance than to introduce the teachings of yoga to the youngest generation?" Simply put, this book is meant to inspire and keep a smile on everyone's face! To give you an idea of the book in action, below is an image of the title as well as a Facebook link.

     

     

                                                  Tile Page

     

     https://m.facebook.com/bibiworld.monkeyoga/?ref=bookmarks

     

    Aristotle the Monkeyogi

     

    About Bibi and Aristotle

    I began teaching Yoga to kids and teachers in Tokyo in 2001. Coming from a primary school teaching background and working at international schools, the idea of bringing yoga to kids and teachers was well received by the heads of the schools as well as its staff! In 2003 I completed my White Lotus teaching Certificate - https://www.whitelotus.org/ - and began teaching at various schools, studios and Aristotle the monkey came into being. This Book project evolved over 4 years and was well received at the Maui Writers conference. I've taught hundreds of children of many ages and some of them have actually turned into yoga teachers themselves. Parents of children and the children themselves have shown appreciation via stories and letters as well as personal testimonials. As an artist and writer, yoga has always helped ground me and given me balance and inspiration when executing my creativity and dreams. Teaching yoga to kids of all ages has also brought a ton of beautiful, genuine people my way from all over the globe. "Yoga for children and the young at heart - Aristotle's Journey into Happiness" is endorsed by some of the most respected and funky yoga-teachers in the world, including creatives who appreciate my vision, such as David O'Donnell from the Drama Department at Victoria University as well as various other NZ creatives. I'm thankful to all of them and most of all love the kids who bring their ideas and bundles of energy into the class every term. Bringing this book out in paper-back means the world to me and it is the parents who've constantly pushed and encouraged me to publish the book in paperback. I thank you all and enjoy the ride along with Aristotle!!! Love Bibi and Aristotle and the 'team'.

    Bibi Yogi and Aristotle the Yogamonkey 

     

     

     

    Prints which go with some of the Pledges

    Bow Pose - PRINT SAMLE ONE

                                                            

    Breathing Arm-Stretch Pose - PRINT SAMLE TWO

     

     Boat Pose - PRINT SAMPLE THREE

    Aristotle is so close... lets do Warrior 3 with him

    25/06/2017 at 10:54 AM

    Lovely People

    Aristotle is so close to being published and briniging peace, joy and fun to everyone.

    With only $500 to go, help me make Aristotle's dream come true!

    Please SHARE this with everyone you love and lets bring some happiness to the world.

    Love Bibi x 

    Fly higher with a FLier

    27/05/2017 at 11:18 AM

    We (myself and Aristotle and our secret helpers) want to say a BIG THANK YOU to all you Pledgers for helping make this family children's yoga classic happen! We have reached over a third of the funding and we need all the help we can get to get the book off the ground. Please keep sharing and spreading the info to other parents and friends. Sending much much LOVE and LIGHT.

    Bibi and the Aristotle TEAM! xxx

     

     

     

      Jayani Halliday
      29/06/2017 at 4:07pm
      Anonymous pledger
      29/06/2017 at 4:41am
      Jo Hodgson
      28/06/2017 at 6:15pm
      Laura Kathleen Alexis Withers
      28/06/2017 at 6:01pm
      Kathy Lindsay
      28/06/2017 at 2:46pm
      Anonymous pledger
      28/06/2017 at 8:19am
      Anonymous pledger
      28/06/2017 at 8:15am
      Kathy Lindsay
      27/06/2017 at 12:43am

      "Aristotle for President 😃"

      Toth Doris
      26/06/2017 at 9:52pm
      Florence Coram-Lasnier
      26/06/2017 at 8:35pm
      Lara Charles
      26/06/2017 at 7:40pm
      Anonymous pledger
      26/06/2017 at 3:03pm
      LilyBee Wrap
      25/06/2017 at 8:06pm
      Helen Valentine
      25/06/2017 at 2:51pm

      "Hello Bibi, Hoping you get this across the line so am making a second pledge. Sending you sunshine,happiness & may you feel all of our love!"

      Kate Brownlee
      24/06/2017 at 12:58pm
      kara maas
      24/06/2017 at 10:16am

      "Good luck Bibi, really hope this wonderful vision of yours is extremely successful all the best of luck to you Nameste "

      Eve hyde
      24/06/2017 at 10:05am
      Meaghan Tennent
      22/06/2017 at 11:16am

      "Looks like a beautiful contribution to the universe XX"

      Ingrid van Iperen
      21/06/2017 at 1:50pm
      Jehan Dissanayake
      20/06/2017 at 10:01pm
      Anonymous pledger
      20/06/2017 at 8:39pm
      Summer Acton
      20/06/2017 at 10:28am

      "Can't wait to receive the book, im sure my daughter is gong to love it :)"

      Donna Alley
      20/06/2017 at 9:23am

      "Good luck! "

      Noriko Misawa
      18/06/2017 at 6:45pm
      Anonymous pledger
      16/06/2017 at 5:01pm
      Mahria Sangster
      14/06/2017 at 9:32pm
      Sanjay
      14/06/2017 at 11:11am

      "It is indeed the best yoga book ever and it will bring more enlightenment and good health to all kids in the world. "

      Anonymous pledger
      13/06/2017 at 4:00am

      "via Danny"

      Alexandra D
      13/06/2017 at 3:56am
      Alexandra D
      13/06/2017 at 3:47am

      Followers of Yoga Book for children and the young at heart - Aristotle's Journey into Happiness - (A family yoga classic)

      This campaign was successful and got its funding on 30/06/2017 at 12:00 AM.