We began with some breathwork, and I performed a short sound bath. My pelvic bowl was introduced, or as I call it my big bass bowl. The lads closed their eyes and with permission I gently struck the bowl over or in front of them, then they placed their hand under mine to feel the vibration and resonance. I love feeling the shift in energy as they grounded and relaxed and receiving feedback how it felt for them. We discussed how much water we have in our bodies so when one performs a sound massage with the bowls on the body, apart from deep rest, the finer, higher vibrations also stimulate body fluids, and set in motion, effectively penetrate to cellular levels. As we are visual learners, we experimented with this concept by placing water in the bowl and watched with wonder the mandalas and patterns that emerged once the bowl was struck gently, and how the water danced and jumped when struck with force... concluding why this wouldn't be a good idea to strike so hard when the bowl is on the body. Once again, strength in gentleness.

Art

• The children learned about the concept of vibrations and resonance through the sound bath and the visual patterns that emerged when the bowl was struck gently, creating an opportunity for exploring sound and visual art.
• They witnessed the visual effects of sound on water in the bowl, which could inspire them to create art pieces based on these patterns and movements.

Science

• The children gained an understanding of the concept of vibrations and their effects on body fluids and cellular levels.
• They observed the impact of sound on water, linking it to the understanding of how vibrations travel through different mediums.

Physical Education

• The activity provided a sense of grounding and relaxation, fostering an understanding of the mind-body connection and the importance of relaxation techniques in physical well-being.
• They learned the importance of strength in gentleness, which can be emphasized in physical activities and sports, promoting the idea of gentle movements and techniques.

For continued development, encourage the children to create their own sound and water experiments, exploring the visual and auditory effects of vibrations. They can also engage in mindful breathing exercises and discuss the importance of relaxation techniques for physical and mental well-being.

Book Recommendations

• The Sound of Silence by Katrina Goldsaito: This book explores the power of sound and silence, and the impact it can have on our surroundings, making it relatable to the sound bath experience.
• The Water Princess by Susan Verde: This book tells the story of a young girl's journey to bring clean water to her African village and can expand on the discussion of the importance of water in our bodies.
• Ada's Violin by Susan Hood: This book tells the true story of an orchestra made of recycled instruments in Paraguay, emphasizing the transformative power of music and vibrations.