Storytime yoga with local author Hiba Stancofski set July 11, Aug. 22

Yoga and mindfulness teacher Hiba Melhem Stancofski of Lewes will participate in summer children’s activities at Grove Park in Rehoboth Beach, reading “I Feel Better Now” and practicing yoga with children at 9 a.m., Thursdays, July 11 and Aug. 22.

Stancofski published “I Feel Better Now” in March 2021 amid the pandemic. Illustrated by Lewes-born artist Timothy Bada, the book introduces children to the tools of yoga and mindfulness.

When Alia sees her younger brother Tommy struggling emotionally, physically and mentally during the pandemic, she takes him on an outdoor adventure through Lewes and teaches him simple yet powerful mindfulness techniques to help him feel better.

The tools of mindfulness and yoga can bring more clarity and equanimity to help people cope with difficult emotions such as stress, anxiety and sadness. They can help individuals more easily navigate life’s challenges, struggles and chaos.

Just like Alia and Tommy, everyone can benefit greatly from these practices to help self-regulate emotions and feel better in challenging times.