Stand an arm's width across from your child. Your feet should be at hips' width. Lift your right leg and cross it over the front of your left leg. If possible, wrap your leg so that the top of your right foot is touching your left calf. Extend your right arm out. Then, place your left elbow into the "V" of your right arm and bring the backs of your hands together. For the more advanced, wrap your right hand around to bring your palms together. Inhale, raise your elbows up. Exhale, bring your elbows down and crouch down as low as possible while still balancing on one leg. Keep your spine straight. Hold the pose for five deep inhales and exhales. Slowly release the arms and return to standing on two feet. Shake out the arms and the legs. Then repeat, only this time while balancing on the right leg and reversing the arms.
This pose is excellent for detoxification and for balance. Talk with your child about what it would be like to be a perched eagle!