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Mindful Madeline May has a good friend named Madison Maxine! Madison Maxine has invited us to visit her house on a rainy day. Madison Maxine's day begins with a 'bang' when she stubs her toe on her little brother's toy he left in the hall. Madison shows us how to be present in that moment and manage through frustration with breathing and affirmations. Madison Maxine's day continues to unravel and her little brother is at the center of her frustration. She shows us how to work through the strong emotions of disappointment and anger, when our day does not go according to our plan. Madison Maxine demonstrates the following mindfulness skills: being present in the moment, identifying and naming emotions, breathing to manage emotions, introducing color visualization for a more impactful outcome. Mindfulness is for everyone, it is not a religion. It is a box of necessary tools that strengthen self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Research reinforces the many advantages for children who are raised practicing mindfulness: improved self-control, regulation of emotions, ability to identify strengths, confidence to try new things, reduced anxiety and improved happiness.