Cleanliness — Story: The Ashram by the River | Yogic Wisdom for Kids in Canada | Screen-Free Learning

In this peaceful and meaningful episode of From Mangoes to Maples™, children travel to a riversideashram in India and meet a young student who arrives hoping to learn great wisdom from the gentle yoga teacher Swami Sivananda.But instead of difficult yoga poses or secret teachings, the student is handed a broom.Slowly, through simple acts of cleaning and caring for his surroundings, he discovers the yogic principle of Saucha — cleanliness not only of the body and environment, but also of the mind.This calming story helps children understand that small habits like organizing, cleaning, and taking responsibility can bring peace, focus, and balance into everyday life.A thoughtful story for children growing up in Canada about cleanliness, responsibility, mindfulness, and inner calm.Perfect for families seeking screen-free stories that gently build discipline, emotional balance, andstrong values.Source:Inspired by the yogic principle of Saucha from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and teachings associated with Swami Sivananda, where cleanliness is considered an important part of balanced living.Adapted for children by From Mangoes to Maples™.