Lesson Plan
Mindful Mastery Lesson Plan
Students will define self-regulation, recognize its benefits, and apply the Stop-Breathe-Reflect strategy to manage emotions and impulses in daily situations.
Developing self-regulation builds emotional intelligence, reduces stress, and improves focus and decision-making, benefiting students academically and personally.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Self-Regulation
5 minutes
Step 2
Introducing the Stop-Breathe-Reflect Strategy
7 minutes
Step 3
Guided Breathing Practice
8 minutes
Step 4
Independent Reflection
7 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up and Exit Ticket
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Mindful Mastery: Self-Regulation
What Is Self-Regulation?
Why Self-Regulation Matters
Stop-Breathe-Reflect Overview
Steps 1 & 2: Stop and Breathe
Step 3: Reflect
Guided Breathing Practice
Reflection & Exit Ticket

Worksheet


Journal


Warm Up


Cool Down

