Mumbai :
Kangaroo Kids International Preschool, India’s No.1 Premium International
Preschool brand, marked International Yoga Day 2026 by engaging over 7000+
children across 142 centres nationwide in yoga and mindfulness-based learning
experiences designed to strengthen focus, self-awareness, and emotional
regulation in early childhood.
As concerns around children's screen exposure,
distraction, and emotional regulation continue to grow, Kangaroo Kids
International Preschool is using International Yoga Day 2026 to spotlight an
often-overlooked aspect of early childhood development: attention span.
On the occasion of International Yoga Day,
Kangaroo Kids conducted yoga and mindful movement sessions across its centres
to help children develop concentration, self-awareness, and emotional balance
from an early age.
Observed under this year's International Yoga
Day theme, "Yoga for Healthy Ageing", the initiative was built
on a simple belief: healthy aging begins with healthy habits, and some of the
most important habits are formed in the first five years of life.
Beyond learning yoga poses, the sessions
encouraged children to practice mindful breathing, reflect on their emotions,
interact with yoga instructors, and explore techniques that can help them focus
and self-regulate during everyday situations. The program concluded with
children expressing gratitude through handmade thank-you cards, reinforcing
empathy and social-emotional learning alongside physical well-being. Through
guided breathing exercises, age-appropriate yoga poses, and interactive
activities such as "Yoga with Dice," children explored techniques
that support focus, body awareness, and self-regulation. The activities align
with the Kangaroo Kids iCan Learning System, which integrates mindfulness,
reflection, and experiential learning into everyday classroom experiences.
Commenting on the occasion, KVS Seshasai,
CEO, Pre-K Division, Lighthouse Learning (Kangaroo Kids International
Preschool), said: "In a world where children are growing up amidst
constant stimulation and distractions, the ability to focus has become a
foundational life skill. Attention is not merely an academic skill; it
influences how children learn, build relationships, regulate emotions, and
respond to challenges. The early years present a unique window to nurture these
capabilities. Practices such as mindful breathing and yoga help children slow
down, become aware of themselves, and build the self-regulation skills that
support lifelong learning and wellbeing. At Kangaroo Kids, we believe that
developing a child's attention and emotional resilience is just as important as
developing literacy and numeracy."
Speaking about the initiative, Ms. Khusbu
Agarwal, Centre Partner, Kangaroo Kids International Preschool Kankurgachi,
said: "One of the most noticeable outcomes of mindful breathing and
yoga sessions is the way children learn to settle themselves. We often see
children becoming more aware of their emotions, listening more attentively, and
participating more confidently after these activities. These are small moments,
but they contribute significantly to a child's overall development."
As conversations around children's wellbeing
evolve beyond physical health and academic achievement, Kangaroo Kids believe
greater attention must be given to the foundational skills that enable children
to learn, adapt, and thrive. Through initiatives like International Yoga Day,
the preschool continues to champion a holistic approach to early childhood
education—one that nurtures healthy minds, healthy habits, and future-ready
learners.