Lesson Plan
Mindful Minutes Outline
In a 15-minute small-group session, students will practice guided breathing, share emotional observations, and complete a one-minute reflection to build self-management skills and readiness for challenging tasks.
Establishing a quick mindfulness routine helps 10th graders regulate emotions, reduce stress, and improve focus before rigorous work—key Self-Management skills per CASEL.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Setup Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Setup
2 minutes
Step 2
Guided Breathing Practice
5 minutes
Step 3
Group Reflection Prompt
3 minutes
Step 4
One-Minute Individual Reflection
3 minutes
Step 5
Closing & Assessment
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Mindful Minute: Breathing Buddies
The Breathing Cycle
4-2-6-2 Breathing Pattern
Find Your Calm
Group Reflection
Practice Anywhere

Script


Journal

