Improve sleep, behavior, & confidence

Do you have a child who is struggling?  Perhaps you’ve experienced meditation benefits and are looking for ways how to teach children meditation? The Connected Kids Method © of teaching meditation offers you the experience, information and skills to help toddlers to teens.

the curious adventures of robbie and jess, calm kids and connected kids books by lorraine e murray

Through our best-selling books and accredited training courses for all experience levels, we have over 2 decades of experience to share with you.

Our mission is simple; help adults share the benefits of meditation to children and teens, to help them thrive in life.

I am grateful I came across your program. It is so beautiful and I can say it is not only for kids and teens, it works wonders for us adults too.” 

Ana, Belgium

Meditation for kids worldwide

More than 30,000 members in over 20 countries

Whether you are a parent/carer, an educator or looking to train as a professional meditation teacher, you’ll benefit from our experience and passion for what we do.  We pioneered the Connected Kids Method©, 20 years ago, to engage adults in teaching meditation.  We are happy to say it has worked for thousands of children worldwide.  People have used our courses and books to create meditations that inspire and motivate young people to practise.

We are experts in teaching meditation to all  ages of young people; including children with trauma, or SEN (special educational needs), such as Autism, or ADHD.

 

There are no words to describe how much knowledge and experience I have received since starting your course.”

Agnieska, Poland

 

Why teach meditation?

Reduce outbursts
Support self-regulation
Improve focus
Increase confidence
Build self-esteem
Help sleep improve

Meditation for kids – getting started

We understand that some adults may have little experience of meditation yet have heard about the benefits.  Others will have first-hand experience and want the best for young people so are keen to learn and share.

Connected Kids is designed for all levels of meditation experience.  Our courses and resources are created to help you to develop the intuitive confidence and practical skills you need to succeed.

You will learn how to create mindful activities that match your children’s needs.

Our creative and heart-centered approach sets us apart which is why we have an international reputation for expertise in teaching meditation for kids of all ages and abilities.

“I have loved the whole journey and learning, it’s already opened new doors and it’s joining up the dots that make sense, but more importantly helping children and teenagers.”

Colette – Meditation teacher

 

Why choose the Connected Kids Method© ?

Train with a meditation expert – who has been practising and teaching meditation for 35 years.
Easy to use – our books and courses are practical and designed to guide you step by step
People who care – we want the people we teach to succeed which is why we offer online support and share good practice among our members
Accredited and award winning – our courses are recognised by IMMA, IICT and have won various awards
Build on your experience – whether you are a novice or an expert, we can enhance your confidence and skills
Innovative – we were the first program to offer training to help adults with Autistic children, ADHD or trauma

Connected Kids was pioneered by Lorraine E Murray, the author of  3 published books about teaching meditation.  For 10 years she was a qualified Foster Carer and is an experienced intuitive therapist and meditation teacher.

Curious to know more?

Here is a list of our courses and resources in our online store, but please reach out to us if you have a question or don’t which is the right step for you.

  • Accreditation  – IMMA – International Mindfulness and Meditation Alliance and IICT – International Institute for Complementary Therapists.
  • Award-winning accolades  – Nursery World (Gold Award), Mom’s Choice and the National Parenting Awards

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Support for parents and carers

Teaches you about the benefits of meditation for children, giving you the skills to create meditation scripts and deliver meditations to your family - toddler to teens.    No assessment required to gain completion certification.  Good for beginners to meditation.   

Certified professional teacher training

Includes an online class with the founder of Connected Kids, extensive resources to build a large toolkit of ideas and mindful activities.  Includes guidance on working with individuals/groups and the full range of children from toddlers to teens including children with complex needs (*autism, SEN, adhd).  This level is assessed to award the accredited certification ( accredited by IICT and IMMA) enabling members to secure teaching practice insurance. This level offers CPD/CE points.

Trauma-sensitive Meditation Skills

Created for professionals currently working with trauma-experienced young people or professional meditation teachers wanting to work with trauma.  It combines training in trauma-sensitive mindful activities and energy-awareness skills to add to a professional practice.  This level offers CPD/CE points and certification.

Mindfulness for schools

Designed for educators to adapt into the school curriculum and sensitive to the environment of the classroom.  This level offers CPD/CE points.

*If you personally have a child with complex needs or SEN and aren't interested in professional training, we would suggest you complete the course for parents/carers along with our 2nd book - Connected Kids.

These courses have an evergreen enrollment -  you can begin as soon as you purchase the course.  You'll be sent a course code to access the modules.  Or if you purchase the monthly membership/payment plan, you'll receive email instructions how to access your online resources.   Each course has individual criteria so please check the links above.

Some of our courses are offered on a monthly membership access - these are uncertified and your access is based on continued payment.

Full purchase will usually offer completion certificates or professional accredited certification.