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There once was a man who sat everyday outside a large city 

begging for food or money or whatever he could get on that day.  

He was very poor and very tired.   Some days he would go hungry 

and some days he would eat.   Some days he would be cold and 

some days he would be warm enough.   Everyday was a struggle.

One day, a wise and generous man gave the beggar a few coins as 

he walked into the city on business .   Three days later, as he left 

the city, the wise man noticed the beggar again. He noticed that 

the beggar was still sitting the same very large wooden chest.   So 

he stopped and said to the beggar,

“Hello sir.   I couldn’t help but notice the large wooden chest you 

are always sitting on.   What is it for?”

The beggar replied, “Nothing in particular.   It is locked and I don’t 

have a key.   But it is useful to sit on and I have been sitting on it 

for as long as I can remember.”

“So you don’t know what is in it?” asked the astonished wise man.

“No.   I don’t think there’s anything in it.   But without a key, I will 

never be sure.”

The wise man said, “I’m sure we can find a way to open it.   I’m 

very curious that you have sat on the same chest for as long as 

you can remember and you have never taken the trouble to find 

out what is in it!   Let’s try to open it together!”

The beggar was not particularly keen as it seemed a lot of effort 

but eventually the wise man convinced him.  

The wise man borrowed some tools from a passing traveller and 

together they were able to prise open the heavy lid of the chest.

When they opened it, what do you thing they found?

They found a fantastic treasure…priceless beyond 

imagining…jewels of every colour…green emeralds, red rubies, 

sparkling white diamonds, yellow topaz, blue sapphires, bright blue 

aquamarines…they found gold and silver coins and jewellery…

For years, the poor man had been begging and barely making 

enough to stay alive, when all along he had been sitting on all the 

treasure he would ever need!

The wise man said, "We are all born with priceless gifts within our 

chests.   You just have to find the keys to open your own inner 

treasure."

Be sure to ask, "What do you think this story teaches us?"

This is a wonderful story to remind children that they all have 

wonderful treasure within themselves.   They are all smart and 

talented.  

For those children who already know this, it is a wonderful 

opportunity to feel grateful for the gifts they have.  

For those children who do not feel smart or talented, it is a 

wonderful opportunity to let them know that EVERYONE has gifts 

and if they haven't found them yet, then just keep looking and 

exploring.  

And perhaps yoga will help them to find their unique talents. 

After thinking about the meaning of the story, it is time 

to practise yoga postures based on the story.   As this 

story is about finding treasure within, we will practise 

yoga based on the chakras which each have a unique 

colour and represent unique aspects of ourselves.

Warrior Pose

The red jewel represents your physical 

strength and your health.  

Stand with your legs wide and turn your right 

toes to the right and your left toes a little to 

the right.

Spread your arms wide and bend your right 

knee.

Take 3 breaths and say,

"I am strong and healthy."

Repeat on the other side.

Peaceful Pose

The orange jewel represents the wonderful 

friends and family who love and support you.

Stand with your legs hip-width apart.   Bend 

forward as far as it feels comfortable to you.  

Bend your knees as much as you need to in 

order to be comfortable.

Take 3 breaths and say,

"I have friends and family who 

love and support me."

Sitting Twist Pose

The yellow jewel reminds us of how amazing 

we can be when we believe in ourselves.

Sit with your legs straight out in front of you.  

Bend your right leg and cross your right foot 

over your left leg, putting your right foot on 

the outside of your left knee.

Bend your left leg (if this is comfortable), and 

bring your left foot next to your right bottom.

Look over your right shoulder.

Take 3 breaths and say,

"I feel confident and full of energy."

Repeat on the other side.

The green jewel reminds us of the power of 

love within our hearts.

Cobra Pose

Lie down on your tummy and place your hands 

under your shoulders.   Keep your elbows 

tucked into your sides as you press into your 

hands and lift your chest.

Take 3 breaths and say,

"I am a kind friend."

The aqua jewel reminds us that we are strong 

when we express our own creativity and the 

truth in our hearts.

The Bridge Pose

Lie down on your back and bend your knees 

with your arms straight and just about 

touching your heels.   Press down into your 

hands and feet and lift your hips to the sky.

Take 3 breaths and say,

"I am creative and clever."

The dark blue jewel reminds us of the strength 

of our minds.   We are all smart.

Eagle Pose

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