Lesson Plan
Brain Break Blueprint
Students will learn and practice three quick, movement-based brain breaks to boost focus, self-regulation, and readiness for upcoming tasks within a 15-minute group session.
Short brain breaks help 3rd graders regulate energy, reset attention, and develop executive function skills necessary for sustained learning and behavior management.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Norms
2 minutes
Step 2
Teach & Practice Quick Resets
6 minutes
Step 3
Movement Mix-Up Activity
4 minutes
Step 4
Reflection Moment & Self-Check
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Quick Reset Brain Breaks
1. Stretch & Breathe
2. Shake & Wake
3. March & Count
Practice Timer
Your Turn to Lead
Activity
Cool Down
