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Are You Listening?

Lesson Plan

Listening To Your Inner Voice Plan

Students will learn to identify and listen to their internal warning signs through a guided mindfulness activity, fostering self-awareness and emotional regulation.

Early mindfulness practices help students become aware of their feelings and bodily sensations, laying the groundwork for effective emotional regulation in the classroom.

Audience

3rd Grade Class

Time

5 minutes

Approach

Guided mindfulness exercise.

Materials

Listening To Your Inner Voice Plan, Tuning Into Feelings Slides, and Mindful Listening Activity

Prep

Preparation and Material Review

2 minutes (before class)

Step 1

Introduction (1 minute)

1 minute

  • Briefly explain the concept of internal warning signs and how they relate to feelings and bodily signals.
  • Engage students by asking if they have ever felt something inside their body that told them to be careful.

Step 2

Mindfulness Activity (3 minutes)

3 minutes

Step 3

Wrap-Up Discussion (1 minute)

1 minute

  • Invite a few students to share any sensations or feelings they noticed during the activity.
  • Reinforce the importance of paying attention to these warning signs as a way to take care of themselves.
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Slide Deck

Are You Listening?

Sometimes our bodies speak to us. They give us little hints about how we feel or what might be happening. Today, we’re going to listen to that voice!

Introduce the concept of internal warning signs in friendly terms. Ask students if they've ever felt like a little voice telling them something is going on inside their body.

Tuning Into Feelings

Close your eyes and take a deep breath. Where in your body do you feel calm? Where might you notice a flutter or a tingle when something's not right? Let’s explore these sensations together!

Explain simple examples of feelings and bodily sensations that might act as warning signals (e.g., stomach flutter, butterflies in the stomach). Encourage students to think about how they experience these sensations.

Mindful Listening

Let’s practice listening to our bodies. Sit quietly, close your eyes, and take a deep breath in... and out. Notice any sensations in your body.

Guide students through a moment of reflection. This slide is meant to be interactive with silent reflection where students can think about their own internal signals.

Wrap-Up

Great job listening! Always remember: your feelings are important and can help you stay safe and cared for.

Summarize the activity. Ask a few students to share if they noticed any feelings or sensations, and reassure them that all experiences are valid.

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Activity

Are You Listening?

This activity is designed to help 3rd-grade students become aware of their internal warning signs through a mindfulness exercise. By focusing on listening to their bodily sensations and feelings, students will learn how to identify and understand the subtle hints their bodies give them.

Materials

Activity Overview

Objective:
Teach students to recognize their internal warning signs, fostering self-awareness and emotional regulation.

Duration:
5 minutes total

Activity Steps

  1. Introduction (1 minute):

    • Explain that our bodies sometimes give us hints or warnings. For example, a fluttering feeling might tell us something is different or important.
    • Ask the students if they've ever felt something inside them that made them pause and think.

  2. Guided Mindfulness (3 minutes):

    • Show the Tuning Into Feelings Slides to visually introduce the idea.
    • Lead the class in a calm, focused exercise. Instruct them to close their eyes, take deep breaths, and notice any sensations in their body.
    • Encourage them to silently observe how their body feels in different parts—for example, whether they feel calm, tingly, or fluttery.

  3. Wrap-Up Discussion (1 minute):

    • Invite a few students to share any experiences or sensations they noticed during the exercise.
    • Discuss how paying attention to these internal cues can help them care for their emotions and stay safe.

Follow-Up Questions

  • How did you feel in your body during the exercise? Was there a particular spot that felt different?
  • What do you think your body was trying to tell you?
  • Can you think of a time when listening to your feelings helped you make a good decision?




Teacher's Notes

  • Be patient and allow students a moment of reflection as they explore their internal sensations.
  • Reinforce that every student's experience is unique and valid.
  • Encourage positive language and gentle reminders that all feelings are important.

Happy teaching and enjoy this mindful listening journey with your students!

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