The Goodnight Caterpillar is a relaxation story introducing young children to a gentle exercise known as muscle relaxation. This exercise focuses awareness on various muscle groups to create a complete resting of the mind and body. The child in this story teaches the caterpillar how to relax, unwind, and see things more clearly. Muscle relaxation and breathing can have a positive impact on your child's health and immune system. It can lower stress and anxiety levels and can be used to decrease pain and control emotions. This encouraging story quiets the mind and relaxes the body so your child can fall asleep peacefully. Sweet dreams The Goodnight Caterpillar is one of four stories on the Indigo Dreams Audio/CD. It is also available in several eBook formats. Note to Parent: Children relate to this stressed-out caterpillar that has been rushing about and feels overwhelmed by his busy schedule. You and your child will be amazed at how relaxing this technique is. I still use it for falling asleep and to calm myself before stressful moments. Every child has a different emotional maturity, attention span, and need. While the stories are best suited for ages 4-9, do not let this be your primary reason for selecting. You know your child best and remember this is not about the reading level. The focus is on the actual techniques. "A great way for children to slow down in our fast-paced world. A peaceful way to de-stress and end a long day." - Blair Tate, M.Ed., School Counselor "This relaxation strategy augments a healthy mind, body and spirit. This book should be in every elementary schoollibrary for all children to access." - Jamie Marks, Special Education Teacher, M.Ed "This unique story takes the mystery out of relaxation and presents a powerful, proven stress and anger management technique in a delightful format kids love." - Dr. Susan Russell, L.M.S.W Lori Lite is a pioneer in the field of children's stress management and has dedicated her life to helping families reduce stress, anxiety, and anger. Lori created Stress Free Kids and a line of books, CDs, and lesson plans designed to help children, teens, and adults decrease stress, anxiety, and anger. Her work is considered a resource for parents, psychologists, therapists, child life specialists, teachers, doctors, counselors, and yoga instructors. Her award winning children's series, Indigo Dreams introduces children to stress management techniques through storytelling. Her constant upbeat presence on Facebook and Twitter @ stressfreekids and her new parenting book Stress Free Kids: A Parent's Guide makes her a real-time resource for anyone seeking practical advice for stress free living.