We are excited to announce we are partnering up with the team at Mindful Bee and Friends, who have published a brand-new children’s mindfulness book series.

We kickstarted our partnership by welcoming the team from Mindful Bee to our Christmas Gift Market in November 2024 where their wonderful books were available to purchase, and visitors had the chance to meet the team behind Mindful Bee and Friends. On the same day, they also hosted 3 storytelling sessions in the Discovery Zone on the farm, offering each family 1 free book to take home, with 50 books up for grabs! 

At Easter, we hosted the launch of their new book: On the farm with Buzzy Bee and friends. Visitors met Buzzy Bee in mindful movement sessions for children.

Mindful Mondays

In May, starting on 5th May and continuing on the 12th and 19th; Mindful Bee will be running Mindful Mondays as part of the Rare Breeds Centre's "The Great Outdoors" initiative which promotes mindfulness and the positive impact of being outside! There will be 3 sessions per day, in the Discovery Zone:

• 11:00 am
• 2:30 pm
• 4:00 pm

The collaboration between Mindful Bee and Friends and COT represents a joint commitment to foster a supportive and nurturing community where children and families can experience the benefits of mindfulness and creativity.

Mindful Bee book range

Their range of books and resources are dedicated to creating safe, engaging and educational content that supports both parents and children. And providing tools that help children manage and sustain their mental health from an early age.

Mindful Bee offer a monthly subscription service which children receive a box full of delightful books, fun activities and all the tools to help children thrive emotionally.

Their series of books involves the characters Bee and her friends, where every moment is an opportunity for mindful learning and development, encouraging a sense of calm, compassion and curiosity.

Come along, join in the fun, and get a glimpse into the heartwarming tales Mindful Bee and Friends has to offer!