M ValléeMyra Vallée is a Pilates instructor, trained in the direct lineage of Joseph Pilates, with extensive experience working with children. She wrote and illustrated "Evie and her Flying Mat" after hearing many adult clients regret not having been taught roper body mechanics growing up to help avoid injuries later in life while playing sports. The book teaches the fundamentals of movement that prepare children for any physical activity, from ballet to rugby, with simple and clear exercises, an exciting, fun story, and thoughtful, modernist illustrations. The art and the exercises are meant to stimulate a child's mind, allowing them to reach higher levels of cognition. Read More Read Less