Lesson Plan
5-4-3-2-1 Calm Coloring Lesson Plan
Students will practice the 5-4-3-2-1 mindfulness grounding technique while coloring to enhance self-regulation and reduce stress.
This lesson helps 4th graders develop self-awareness and coping strategies for stress by engaging their senses and creativity, promoting focus and emotional regulation.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
2 minutes
Step 2
Explain Technique
3 minutes
Step 3
Guided Coloring And Mindfulness
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection And Sharing
2 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up And Transition
1 minute
Slide Deck
5-4-3-2-1 Calm Coloring
Objective & Why
Materials & Setup
What Is the 5-4-3-2-1 Technique?
Step 1: See 5 Things
Step 2: Touch 4 Things
Step 3: Hear 3 Things
Step 4: Smell 2 Things
Step 5: Taste 1 Thing
Guided Coloring
Reflection & Sharing
Wrap-Up & Transition
Worksheet
Script
