Oliver Plays Hide and Seek - Hardcover

by Mind Body Align (Author), Art Mawhinney (Illustrator)

"It means noticing all the little details. Like Cleo's bite marks on leaves or the way sunlight glimmers on flowers. Clues are everywhere!"

In this story, Oliver the owl practices mindful seeing-a calming skill that helps him notice small details around him. As he searches for his friends, Oliver models emotional awareness and focus. When Lily and Cleo take their turn to seek, they use their observation skills to find clues and stay patient, even when they feel unsure. The story ends with the friends feeling calm and connected under the stars-showing how attention and kindness help build strong relationships and peaceful moments.

Get ready to look closely! In this lesson, students sharpen their observation skills through playful games that invite them to slow down and focus on what's happening right now. These fun activities help kids build self-awareness, boost attention, and notice how their thoughts and surroundings can shape their feelings and actions-even when things get a little silly!