As adults, we sometimes wonder what could stress children out but life can get a bit stressful when you're in 5th class and the following points in the Irish Times Health supplement (26th February) give parents some pointers if their children are feeling anxious or stressed about anything.
We also do weekly meditation and guided breathing in the hope that the boys will start to practice this style of de-stressing and relaxing on their own (I've had to wake boys up more than once!)
A great book and CD to buy is 'Sitting still like a Frog' if you are interested in doing it at home.