Set in calm and cozy Honeybee Meadow, Slow Down, Busy Bee is a series of six, interconnected short stories thoughtfully designed to introduce the concepts of mindfulness and mental wellness to kids, families, and classrooms. Engaging, accessible, and fun, Slow Down, Busy Bee’s simple and impactful lessons and tools are weaved into stories with lush imagery, sound, and caring characters—like Busy Bee (an inquisitive and always-buzzing young bee), Mr. A (a wise old bee and Busy Bee’s mindfulness mentor), and Mrs. Kittle (the meadow’s soothing human caretaker). So take a relaxed breath in … and out … smell the wildflowers, hear the songbirds singing, and get ready to immerse yourself in the idyllic, mindful world of Slow Down, Busy Bee.

Slow Down, Busy Bee—Story Index:

Story 1—Slow Down, Busy Bee—Busy Bee learns to use his five senses to slow down and connect with the present moment.

Story 2—Busy Bee Breathes—Busy Bee learns mindful breathing techniques that enhance calm and increase energy.

Story 3—Busy Bee’s Words of Kindness—Busy Bee learns about the wonderful impact of positive affirmations.

Story 4—Busy Bee’s Rainy Day Feelings—Busy Bee learns to identify his feelings and builds his very own mindfulness toolbox.

Story 5—Busy Bee Is Grateful—Busy Bee learns about gratitude and helps others create mindfulness toolboxes of their own.

Story 6—Good Night, Busy Bee—Busy Bee learns about a mindful bedtime routine and does a mindful bedtime body scan.

Audio original with music and sound effects. Ideally suited for kids ages 3 to 8.