Lesson Plan
Zen Start Routine
Start each class with mindful breathing, gentle stretches, and a gratitude practice to help 4th graders cultivate emotional regulation, focus, and a positive mindset in just 10 minutes.
This routine builds students’ self-awareness and emotional well-being, setting a calm, focused tone for the day and equipping them with self-care skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Centering Breaths
2 minutes
Step 2
Gentle Stretches
3 minutes
Step 3
Gratitude Roundup
3 minutes
Step 4
Transition to Learning
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Daily Zen Warm-Up
1. Centering Breaths
2. Gentle Stretches
3. Gratitude Roundup
4. Transition to Learning

Warm Up


Cool Down

