Lesson Plan

Mindful Session Outline

By the end of this 20-minute session, students will practice two guided breathing techniques, identify their current mood, and utilize mindfulness strategies to calm their minds and improve focus.

Short, structured mindfulness sessions help 3rd graders regulate emotions, reduce stress, and boost concentration—supporting their social-emotional growth and readiness to learn.

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Prepare for Session

5 minutes

Step 1

Welcome & Grounding

2 minutes

Step 2

Introduce Breathing Techniques

3 minutes

Step 3

Practice Breathing

5 minutes

Step 4

Guided Breathing Circle

5 minutes

Step 5

Mood Tracking & Reflection

3 minutes

Step 6

Adaptations & Closing

2 minutes

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Breathing Techniques

Square Breath: Visual

Square Breath: Steps

Belly Balloon: Visual

Belly Balloon: Steps

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