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Mindful Moments: Breathing and Reflection

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Lesson Plan

Mindful Moments: Breathing and Reflection

Introduce mindfulness techniques

This lesson introduces Grade 5 students to mindfulness techniques, focusing on simple breathing exercises and reflective practices to enhance mental well-being. By learning these techniques, students can better manage stress and improve their focus, which are essential skills for their academic and personal lives.

Audience

Grade 5 Students

Time

30 mins

Approach

Introduce mindfulness techniques

Materials

Worksheet: Mindful Breathing and Reflection, Pens or pencils, and Quiet space for practice

Step 1

Introduction to Mindfulness

5 mins

  • Begin by asking students if they have heard of mindfulness and what they think it means.
  • Explain that mindfulness is about paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
  • Discuss how mindfulness can help manage stress and improve focus.

Step 2

Breathing Exercise

10 mins

  • Guide students through a simple breathing exercise:
    • Sit comfortably with your back straight.
    • Close your eyes or focus on a point in the room.
    • Inhale deeply through the nose, hold for a moment, and exhale slowly through the mouth.
    • Repeat for several minutes, focusing on the breath.
  • Encourage students to notice how their body feels during the exercise.

Step 3

Reflective Practice

10 mins

  • Hand out the 'Mindful Breathing and Reflection' worksheet.
  • Ask students to reflect on their experience during the breathing exercise:
    • How did it feel?
    • What did they notice about their thoughts and feelings?
  • Allow students time to write their reflections on the worksheet.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

  • Invite a few students to share their reflections if they feel comfortable.
  • Discuss how they might use mindfulness techniques in their daily lives.
  • Encourage students to practice mindfulness regularly to help manage stress and improve focus.
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Worksheet

Mindful Breathing and Reflection

This worksheet guides students through reflecting on their mindfulness practice, focusing on their experiences during the breathing exercise.

Describe how you felt during the breathing exercise.








What did you notice about your thoughts and feelings?








How might you use mindfulness in your daily life?








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