Overview

""I wish I'd known that when I was younger!"" How many times has that thought passed through your mind as an adult? Zephyr's mission is to open the door to the unmatched power and potential of the breath to our children - to make sure they start young with the tools they need to be happy and successful in life. Zephyr teaches kids that they have a ""secret weapon"" when they need to make good decisions; when they're dealing with difficult emotions like fear, frustration, and anger; and when they want to activate physical energy and focus. These skills can make a huge difference in their lives as they move through childhood and the teen years, navigating the inevitable stressors and challenges. The breath is a powerful tool for self-regulation, performance enhancement, and a source of health and well-being for everyone. Doctors and healers from all traditions, extreme athletes, performing artists and scientific researchers have shown that developing simple breath awareness can unlock internal resources for all of us. It is our goal to bring this simple yet impactful message to children and those who care for them. Rendered in graphic novel format with beautiful and engaging artwork, Zephyr is designed to be enjoyed by children on their own terms. Young children will love reading it with the help of a parent, teacher, or therapist, while older children and young adults can explore it independently. Following along with the relatable Zephyr they will learn to understand, use, and retain powerful breathing lessons. This book uses multisensory approaches to teach simple breathing skills alongside Zephyr, a curious young Wind Dragon who falls (literally) into an adventure. To find his way back home to his family and friends, Zephyr learns key lessons of breathing to conquer his fears, harness his emotions, and unlock his inner strength. Along the way he is guided by Wind Keepers - wise and sometimes eccentric teachers who share the knowledge he needs to get home and realize his full power.

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""The heroic adventure of Zephyr, a young wind dragon, is a whimsical 'coming of age' tale and a glorious paean to the power of breath. With imaginative illustrations that pull the reader into the fantastical realm of the engaging story, it is certain to delight and empower both the young and the young at heart."" -Bob Walter, Co-founder & Past President, Joseph Campbell Foundation

Author Information

Al Lee is the co-author of the book ""Perfect Breathing: Transform Your Life One Breath at a Time"" (Sterling Publishing) and the soon-to-be released ""Life Unleashed: How To Be Better At Everything You Do"" He has been teaching others how to improve their performance, health, and emotional well-being using energy management, communications, emotional intelligence, and breathing techniques for nearly 20 years. Al's extensive personal experience is augmented with years of research and scores of interviews with experts and peak performers in the fields of health and healing, sports, performing arts, and emotional well-being. Al is a frequent speaker for corporations, conferences, and trade groups. Dr. Huang-Storms is a licensed psychologist, clinical educator, researcher, and parent of two marvelous humans. She has a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology & Behavioral Medicine, a Masters in School Psychology, and has worked as an elementary and high school teacher. Currently, Lark is a Pediatrics faculty member at Oregon Health & Science University where she directs a state-wide autism program for community educators and medical professionals. She also sees patients at Seattle Children's Hospital and supports research at the Center for Integrative Brain Research. Lark has had the privilege of caring for the mental health and wellness of children and families for over three decades. As part of her work, she studies and shares mind-body practices including biofeedback, neurofeedback, tai chi, breathwork, and mindfulness. Avery Storms is a graphic novelist, painter, animator, and musician. He is a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art and a recipient of an Eisner Scholarship Award. His storytelling engages the realms of science fiction and fantasy through visual tapestries and dreamlike spaces. His other graphic novels include ""Reborn,"" written by Mitch Klebanoff, ""The Hennesy Secret,"" written by Soul Singh Khalsa, and ""Ren300,"" an original miniseries. His portfolio can be viewed at averystorms.com

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