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by Maureen Garth (Author) "AS YOU walk down the path in your special garden, you feel the warmth of the sun caressing you..." (more)
Key Phrases: garden tonight, Panda Bear, Easter Bunny, Queen Butterfly
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Driven by the desire to help her three-year-old daughter settle down into a peaceful night's sleep, Maureen Garth devised meditations that would help her daughter feel secure and cared for. Starbright is a collection of the stories Garth created as her child grew older. These innovative meditations are simple visualizations parents and teachers can read to their children to help them sleep, develop concentration, awaken creativity, and learn to quiet themselves.

"Unfortunately, a lot of children have trouble learning these techniques by the time they are seven or eight," writes Garth. "Relaxation and visualization, if taught at an earlier age, could enhance not only children's school work but other areas of their lives. Their concentration would improve; their artistic abilities would develop; they would feel more centered; their daydreaming could not only bring joy, but be constructive."

In her engaging, warm, and personal style, Garth teaches parents how to help their children relax, concentrate, and develop artistic and mental abilities, as well as enjoy a good night's sleep.

About the Author
Maureen Garth was an innovative teacher and writer about meditation who lived in Sydney, Australia. She died after completing the manuscript of Earthlight. In addition to her collections of childrens visualizations for older readers, The Inner Garden, InnerSpace,and The Power of the Inner Self.


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  • Paperback: 112 pages
  • Publisher: HarperOne; 1 edition (October 25, 1991)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0062503987
  • ISBN-13: 978-0062503985
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 7.5 x 0.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #79,691 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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107 of 108 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars "NOT " A Danger To Anyone, February 18, 2003
By Yana L. Freeman "Yana" (Little Rock, Arkansas) - See all my reviews
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I can't believe the review that cautions Christians against this book. I'm a Christian and if you're educated you would know there is nothing new about what is called new age. This is a wonderful book for Christians as well as anyone with half a mind. I use to be closed minded too until one day my heart opened up along with my mind. I now use Guided Imagery for myself, my grandchildren and those who come to me for assistance. It's a great tool for anyone who wishes to make positive changes in their life and health.

I've been learning and studying for over ten years now about the mind, body, spirit connection and anyone with any common sense would know it is a valid connection that helps us to heal in all areas of our life, health and relationships.

There is NO DANGER for anyone in reading or using these techniques, that is if you desire to help your children and yourself. My personal advice is read, learn and use it for yourself and see the results and miracles that occur in your life and that of your children. Don't close your mind to anything just because someone has their heart and mind based in fear. Fear will keeep you and your children from knowing God, knowing peace, the truth and the healing that comes with it.

Want some proof, read Dr.Herbert Benson's book "The Relaxation Response" or any books by Belleruth Naparstek. It's been proven for years now that meditation as well as guided imagery are beneficial for everone, just as prayer works... so does relaxation, meditation, guided imagery and hypnotherapy, all are one in the same in different forms. They can and will change your life! Go for it and experience the miracles for yourself. I did and so are millions of others around the globe.
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33 of 33 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars My son loves this book..., January 30, 2003
By Ashen "traceylenac" (Los Angeles, CA USA) - See all my reviews
We bought this book when he was 2 years old and he has loved it from the very first day. He still loves it at 3 1/2 and begs to have meditation every night...it has even inspired him to create his own meditations(and mommy too). There is nothing evil about this book as the previous reviewer stated. The meditations are filled with compassion and love, what is evil about that???
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32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Starbright is a Delight!, March 17, 2005
By R. Rubenstein (Orange County, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This book has provided us unexpected help and relief. One of my children has suffered from nightmares for a long time. And then she became afraid to sleep, so she'd keep finding reasons to get out of bed long after the lights were turned low. We began reading this book for fun last week. The stories are carefully crafted to ensure a child feels safe as the author opens up a richly detailed fantasy world for the child's imagination to explore. On the very first night, my daughter fell asleep right on cue just as the story ended, much to my amazement. And all week it has been the same pattern. She is sleeping through the night, not having nightmares, and even waking easily and early in the morning. The change has been dramatic. We love our new nighttime ritual of reading these beautifully described fantasies and letting our imaginations run free. And I am grateful for the serenity and peacefulness the book is giving my daughter. This book is a treasure.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational
Starbright--Meditations for Children
Perfect for use with groups of children or to put your own children to sleep. The visualizations are short and creative. Read more
Published 7 months ago by M. Agosin

5.0 out of 5 stars a must for your spiritual child's collection
I purchased this book for my 9 year old daughter who was trying to make the transition back to school this past fall. Read more
Published on May 30, 2007 by L. Roy

4.0 out of 5 stars Child begs for reading nightly
Before obtaining Starbright, my 6 year old has asked about fires and bombs (school fire drills & TV news)before being tucked into bed. Read more
Published on February 1, 2007 by J's Mom

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for all children
This book and the others by Maureen Garth have been a blessing in our home. My 6 and 8 year old love them. In fact, I'm not sure they can sleep without them anymore! Read more
Published on December 14, 2006 by R. Carter

5.0 out of 5 stars My kids love this!
I had no idea that my kids age 3 and 4 would love meditating this much I am very happy that I purchased this book along with two of her other meditation books. Read more
Published on November 9, 2006 by Homeschooling Mom

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Well Written!
I was looking to relax my child before bed and found this to be the best one I found. Very relaxing, imaginative and well written. Gets my daughter set in a good dream mode.
Published on October 28, 2006 by darrah beasley

5.0 out of 5 stars I'm a Buddhist and I love this book!
I was really, really concerned about buying this book after reading the reviews on Amazon, but I have been very pleasantly surprised by this book. Read more
Published on December 14, 2005 by R. A. Paulk

5.0 out of 5 stars Even My Four Year Old Boy Loves This!
I knew my daughter would love this, however, I wasn't so sure about my son. I was wrong. He asks for these every night! I think they help -- he's something of a worrier. Read more
Published on October 21, 2005 by T. Widdershins

4.0 out of 5 stars Great imagery.
This is a great imagery initiator for getting kids started on mediation or relaxation. The book is comprised rather well with lots of options. Read more
Published on October 5, 2005 by Heather A. Sharp

3.0 out of 5 stars great book
One thing you can be certain,this book has nothing to do with religion and new age is certainly no religion, but aside from that... Read more
Published on August 25, 2005 by Sofia Morgado

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