Making Memories: Practice Mindfulness, Learn to Journal and Scrapbook, Find Calm Every Day

by Amy Tangerine, Tracey English (Illustrator)

Find calm every day through journaling and scrapbooking! Practice mindfulness and live in the moment.

This children's journaling book is a fantastic way to teach kids about taking each moment for what it is and managing anxiety, stress and fear. It's a beautiful how-to guide that will help your kids live more intentionally.

Perfect for children ages 8 and older, this helpful activity book is packed with things to do, journaling prompts and ideas, and relaxation tips and advice. Inside, you'll find:

- Calming activity ideas for inside and outside, at home, and on the go.
- First lessons in big ideas and philosophy for children alongside practical applications.
- A 'How-to' guide to journaling and scrapbooking so children can document their experiences.
- A theme throughout that teaches children to cherish the moment and make and retain memories as a result.
- Creative, practical activities to get children away from screens and encourage a positive frame of mind.

Did you know that mindfulness reduces activity in the brain's fight or flight zone, allowing for improved focus, memory, and social and emotional skills? That's why journaling and taking moments away from screens is excellent for children! Making Memories Journal offers a creative solution to managing emotions and living for the now. It's a fun memories book for kids to engage with the world around them through lessons in big ideas and journaling tips.

Kids are taken through activities, from cleaning their space to learning how to make origami and writing down thoughts and feelings. They learn crafts to calm a busy mind, discover Buddhist meditation and explore the outdoors mindfully. It also features a strong environmental awareness, with activities encouraging sustainability and recycling!

Genres: Nonfiction, Childrens

48 pages, Hardcover

Published March 15, 2022

About the author

Amy Tangerine is proof that you can craft a life you love. Founder Amy Tan turned her sewing hobby into an award-winning hand-stitched T-shirt line featured in retail outlets worldwide, and developed a full-time business from her passion for scrapbooking. Fueled by an adventurous spirit and a desire to make memory keeping accessible and fun, she has taught creative workshops on every continent except Antarctica, and her online classes and You Tube videos have inspired thousands of people around the world. When she isn't working on new designs for her signature collections with American Crafts, sharing her joy of crafting at celebrity scrapbooking events, or helping her consulting clients to reach their potential, Amy is living the other half of the life she loves in Los Angeles, California, with her long-time partner, JC; their son, Jack; and two mischievous Jack Russell terriers, Buster and Bamboo.

Reviews

[Natalie all_books_great_and_small · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.

Making Memories is a great book to introduce children to mindfulness and the different ways they can practice it. The book gives a brief introduction then goes on to focus on different things they can do or practice to help them make positive memories, practice mindfulness and express themselves. The book gives short introductions to things such as journaling, scrapbooking, meditation, keeping spaces happy and tidy, gratitude and much more more. Each page is bright and colourful and engaging.
Children need more these days to help them with their mental health and practicing mindfulness is a great tool to have. I definitely recommend this book for children aged 9+.

[Wendy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a gorgeously illustrated book, with lots of fun colors. It is jam-packed with tips and tricks for kids and adults to find ways to be calm and relax via journaling or scrapbooking. It would make a great gift for kids when paired with scrapbooking or journaling supplies.

[Holly · Rating 4 out of 5]

I didn’t know this was a kid’s book, but was pretty obvious once I started reading it. It’s cute, though. I will give it to my granddaughter when she gets s little older. (10, maybe?)

[Haley · Rating 4 out of 5]

As someone who journals themselves I wanted to read this book to get some new creative ideas. I've recently turned my bland journal into a colorful mix of bullet journaling and scrapbooking and it has made a world of difference. I'm more excited to journal now and honestly it's a lot of fun mixing ideas. I think this is a great book for kids to learn how to journal and be creative. Journaling is very important for expressing emotions you usually keep hidden and because of that it is an important tool for children to learn about when they don't know how to express themselves.

I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review.

[Sophie Crane]

This book doesn’t just give ideas on how to journal it focuses on mindfulness.
I like how the different concepts are described so if you’ve never heard of something before, the general concept of it is nicely explained.
Lots of different mindful activities to do.
(Special Thanks to Net Galley, Amy Tangerine & DK for this Amazing Book!)

[MK · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book shows that the habit of journaling is very helpful for mindfulness. I actually journal for 5 minutes each morning and evening (or before bed).

In the morning, I write three things I am grateful for and I want to do with the day. Then I read positive affirmations to nourish my mind.

In the evening I write three good things that happened that day, and I thought about or learned that day.　It's so simple that I've been able to do it for about 3 years.

I feel refreshed when I write down what's in my head. Since the journal is not open to the public, it will not be read by anyone and will not cause any trouble to anyone.

When I read my journal from a month ago, I sometimes find myself laughing and wondering why I was so angry about something so stupid.

If you're a beginner, you don't need to spend hours writing by hand as this book does. I love using the smartphone app “5 Minute Journal.”　

It also has a free version, which has beautiful visuals and is highly recommended.

[Wandering Steps and Slow (Lynne) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a really lovely and useful book.

I am the mum to a very anxious child and I was blown away by a lot of the ideas contained in the book.

It is a very gentle and accessible entry to mindfulness aimed at younger children.

The layout of the book is perfect, full of information and ideas but not overwhelming and I loved the bright colour palette used.

Bonus points for the tidy room, tidy mind chapter!

Many thanks to the publisher for providing me with a digital ARC through Netgalley for an honest review.

[Kichu · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun, Colorful, vibrant and wonderful book. Each page is filled with ideas and everything is beautifully illustrated. It would be an awesome gift to kids starting out with journaling or even adults who love illustrated books. Each page is presented in an awesome creative way. Enjoyed reading and taking in all the illustrations.

[Samantha · Rating 4 out of 5]

I didn’t realize this was for children until I started reading it. So, I’m glad I borrowed it rather than bought it as I don’t have children. That said, it does have useful ideas for getting started in journaling for the targeted age group.

[Terri · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a VERY short book. This book is geared at a younger, like middle school age, reader. It has some useful ideas and very beautiful illustrations.

[Kaelyn Shaw · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very beautiful and bright book, just received a copy today! Can't wait to gift it to my step daughter ♡

[Latrice Pearl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful crafting book.

[Megan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Geared towards I don’t know who. Seemed For children but some of the activities were kind of mature so couldn’t quite figure out this book

[Carina · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book would make a nice gift for quiet, calm activities to encourage mindfulness for kids.