The Growing Spell: A Mindful Movement Meditation for Kids

A Gentle Practice to Encourage Body Awareness, Gratitude, and Growth

In a world where children are constantly moving, thinking, and absorbing new experiences, it’s essential to give them simple, meaningful tools that help them slow down and reconnect with themselves. The Growing Spell is a short, standing mindfulness meditation created by The Good Witch of Salem to help young children (ages 3–9) explore calm, confidence, and emotional awareness through movement.

This guided practice invites kids to imagine themselves as tiny seeds stretching, rising, and blossoming into strong, vibrant plants. With each breath and movement, they learn to tune into their bodies, expand their imagination, and grow their inner magic.

What is The Growing Spell?

Looking for a fun, calming way to help children practice mindfulness and self-awareness? 

The Growing Spell is a short, standing meditation designed for children ages 3–9. Through simple movements and guided breathwork, kids imagine themselves as tiny seeds growing into strong, confident plants.

This engaging practice supports:

• 🌈 Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

• 💖 Emotional regulation

• 🌞 Gratitude and growth mindset

• 🧘 Mindful movement for kids

Perfect for classrooms, home routines, and calm-down corners, The Growing Spell helps children connect with their emotions, bodies, and inner magic—one breath at a time.

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Perfect For:

• Classroom transition times

• Morning or afternoon mindfulness routines

• Calm-down corners

• Homeschool movement breaks

• Emotional reset moments

• Mindful family routines

Whether used by teachers, caregivers, or parents, The Growing Spell offers a nurturing way to pause, stretch, and reconnect.

Why This Meditation Supports SEL

The Growing Spell reinforces core Social Emotional Learning by helping children:

• Notice and name their emotions

• Move their bodies in ways that release stress and tension

• Build resilience through the metaphor of growth

• Practice self-awareness and inner calm

• Strengthen imagination, confidence, and gratitude

At The Good Witch of Salem, every mindfulness tool is rooted in creativity, heart, and gentle empowerment—helping children develop emotional skills that grow with them.

A Place for Children to:

• Cultivate calm through movement

• Feel connected to their bodies

• Explore imagination with purpose

• Celebrate their own “growing magic”

The Growing Spell reminds children that, like seeds, they carry everything they need inside to grow strong, grounded, and bright.

About the Creator: Ashley Tina

The Good Witch of Salem was founded by educator and author Ashley Tina, who brings more than 20 years of expertise in early childhood education, emotional development, and creative SEL practices. Her mission is to inspire children through mindfulness, storytelling, crystals, color, and heart-centered learning that nurtures self-love and self-awareness.

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