Help us publish Spider & Seek: A Yoga Adventure

Aim

This book is a reminder about the simple things in life: barefoot, screen-free, play time - for the whole family.

We are Sophie & Ben

Qualified as a Montessori teacher and yoga instructor, Sophie curated her passions to create a yoga story that uses rhyme, rhythm and movement. It's multi-sensory journey: education and exercise all in one!

Bringing the story to life, Ben drew on his experience as a motion graphics designer and dad of two. Using a unique illustration style, he created a home for the characters and beautifully crafted visuals for the reader.

A book about wellbeing

More than just a story, our picture book gives children the space to truly express themselves: physically and emotionally.  The interactive nature of each page means that children can follow the pictures independently, or get the whole family moving too!

The poses have been designed as a set sequence: warm up, core strengthening, balance, breathing, and relaxation - so that it is easy to remember. Children are then able to practice these yoga moves long after the book has been put down.

The business idea

We have grand plans for our book, and hope to share the benefits of yoga with as many children as possible. Our goal is to start a yoga hub for children that is both educational and interactive, provisionally called Earth Yogis.

Earth Yogis is all about yoga for good. It is a way of teaching children about the world that promotes awareness: of others, of nature and of themselves. By encouraging children to think like this from a young age, they grow in confidence, resilience and empathy.

Where to next

Step 1: Publish the book

Step 2: Globally distribute the book

Step 3: Film a series of interactive yoga videos for children

Step 4: Develop sustainable yoga apparel and merchandise

Step 5: Partner with children's charities

How you can help

1. Donate £10 or more: Receive a copy of the book

2. Donate £15 or more: Receive a personalised copy of the book (child's name inside)

3. Donate £20 or more: Receive a personalised copy of the book and a one-to-one, live online session to guide your child through the poses

To ensure the book reaches you, please email your name and address to: [email protected]

This project successfully funded on 1st March 2021