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Quote of the Week
"Slow down and enjoy life. It's not only the scenery you miss by going too fast - you also miss the sense of where you are going and why." - Eddie Cantor
Takin' My Time
This week we are happy to share with you a new music video by Nimo Patel and Daniel Nahmod in a feel-good, upbeat summer vibe… but beneath the fun rhythm is a deeper message for our times.
In a world full of social pressures, deadlines, and distractions, this song is a gentle but radical reminder: Taking time out for yourself isn’t selfish — it’s self-preservation. It’s how we heal, thrive, and serve more wholeheartedly.
As adults, how do we want to show up as living mirrors for children? Especially now, with rising mental health struggles all around us, we hope this song encourages you to slow down, smile, and take your time — for yourself, your breath, and your well-being.
[Watch and Enjoy Now]
Reading Corner
 Title: Maya Loves the Sun
By: Disha Mathur (Author) and Felishia Henditirto (Illustrator)
Ages: 5+
An uplifting and empowering picture book celebrating self-love, confidence, and the beauty of brown skin.
Maya loves everything about the sun—its golden rays, comforting warmth, and how it makes her feel when she plays beneath it. She’s especially excited to celebrate her birthday outside at the park. But when Maya hears comments from family members about her skin darkening, her joy dims. Disheartened and confused, she begins to hide from the very thing that once made her shine.
Paired with vibrant illustrations, Maya Loves The Sun is a tender exploration of self-acceptance, encouraging readers to celebrate their own light and love the skin they’re in. This heartfelt story also opens the door to meaningful conversations about colorism, belonging, and creating change.
It includes an author’s note, discussion questions, and engaging back matter on colorism and sun safety.
Recommended by Kindful Kids Editors
Be The Change
Pause, slow down, take some time out just for yourself and do something that brings joy in your heart. It could be singing your favourite song without worrying about how it sounds, taking some rest that you've been needing, a walk in the nature, treating yourself with your favourite food or anything that brings a spontaneous smile on your face :)
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