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In the bustling, mitten-shaped wonderland of Michigan, where the Great Lakes splash around like playful giant puppies and cherries grow as red as sunsets, a group of extraordinary kids gather to perform an equally extraordinary activity - Yoga. Meet our cool imaginary character, Stretchy Stan the Super Squirrel. With his fluffy tail and acorn-shaped yoga mat, Stretchy Stan is the chipper champion of children’s yoga in the land of Motor City and Mackinac Island. He demonstrates the mighty Mountain pose atop the sand dunes of Sleeping Bear, and executes the perfect Downward Dog near the stunning spires of the Detroit skyline. The kids of Michigan, as plucky and diverse as the state's landscape, are an adventurous bunch. With a spirit as buoyant as Lake Superior canoes, they have learned to flex and bend their bodies into funny shapes under the expert guidance of Stretchy Stan. Imagine a group of children twisting into pretzel-like poses, giggling and wiggling, with the energy of the roaring Tahquamenon Falls. From the intense Warrior Pose in the urban heart of Detroit to the tranquil Tree Pose in the serene Upper Peninsula forests, our Michigander munchkins find joy, laughter, and a bit of zen in their yoga adventures. They stretch and bend, tumble, and stand tall, just like the state’s famous Mackinac Bridge. Trust me, there's never a dull moment when Stretchy Stan and the Michigan Yoga Kids unite. Stretchy Stan, with his acorn-shaped yoga mat and "You Can Do It" attitude, inspires the kids to reach for the stars, even if they land on their bums in the process. It's all about learning, laughter, and a healthy dose of Michigan-style yoga fun!