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Brain Break Bonanza

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Amy Peck

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Brain Break Bonanza

Enhance focus and readiness to learn

This lesson introduces students to quick and engaging 'brain breaks' that incorporate movement and laughter. These activities are designed to rejuvenate students' minds and bodies, enhancing their readiness to learn. By providing a fun and interactive break, students can reset and refocus, improving their overall learning experience.

Audience

Grades 3-5 Students

Time

10 minutes

Approach

Enhance focus and readiness to learn

Materials

Music player or speaker, Open space for movement, and Printable Cards: Brain Break Activities

Step 1

Introduction

1 minute

  • Briefly explain the purpose of brain breaks: to refresh and refocus.
  • Highlight the importance of taking short breaks to improve concentration and learning.

Step 2

Activity 1: Dance Party

3 minutes

  • Play an upbeat song and encourage students to dance freely.
  • Suggest fun dance moves or let students create their own.
  • Emphasize having fun and moving around.

Step 3

Activity 2: Freeze Game

3 minutes

  • Play music and have students dance or move around.
  • Pause the music at random intervals; students must freeze in place.
  • Encourage creative poses and laughter.

Step 4

Closure

3 minutes

  • Gather students and discuss how they feel after the activities.
  • Ask if they feel more focused and ready to learn.
  • Reinforce the idea of using brain breaks throughout the day.
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Worksheet

Brain Break Activities

These cards provide quick and fun brain break activities for students. They can be used to guide the session or for future reference.




Dance Party: Play a song and dance freely!







Freeze Game: Dance until the music stops, then freeze!







Jumping Jacks: Do 10 jumping jacks together.







Simon Says: Follow the leader's actions only if they say 'Simon says.'







Stretching: Reach for the sky, touch your toes, and twist your body.




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