Lesson Plan

Breathe & Balance Lesson Plan

Students will learn and practice a simple three-step controlled breathing exercise to help them recognize, manage, and calm their emotions during the school day.

Teaching controlled breathing builds foundational self-regulation skills, reduces stress, and supports positive behaviors and focus in K–2 classrooms.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Teach Breathing Technique

10 minutes

Step 3

Guided Practice

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflection & Closing

5 minutes

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Breathe & Balance

Today's Goals

Warm-Up: How Do You Feel?

Step 1: Smell the Flower

Step 2: Blow Out the Candle

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Reflection & Closing

Remember

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Breathe & Balance

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Alejeandra Suarez

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