This practice invites a connective experience with nature so we can open and receive Earth’s wisdom.

Prepare
Complete both parts; a “Preparation for Caregiver/Parent” and a “Preparation Together” practice. View instructions on “Prepare” page.
Read
Read the selected story outside in nature.
Mindful Moment
After reading, collectively think of a challenge in the story. Then choose a plant or stone to sit by. Ask each child to rest and befriend the plant or stone. If you choose to touch or hold, ask permission to hold gently the plant or stone. (Give a few minutes to be with the plant.)
Walk over to each child and invite them to listen to the wisdom the plant or stone has to share about the challenge in the story. (Give another minute to be with Earth.)
Share
Invite the group back to the circle and share their experience. What are you hearing from plant or stone? If the plant had a voice, what would plant say about the story? (Give time to share.) Does this plant and stone’s message speak to something in our lives? (Give time to share.)
Offer
Offer gratitude for open sharing. Bow towards their chosen sitting place and the to eachother to give gratitude and thanks for the time spent together.
Rest
Let go of the practice in a way that feels right to each child in the moment. View “Rest” page.

I was taught plant ally meditation in my herbalist studies course using direct experience. Here is an example through a Buddhist lens.

Earth Wisdom