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Mindful Moments for Little Minds

Agnes Lukose

Tier 1
For Schools

Lesson Plan

Mindful Moments for Little Minds

Introduce mindfulness activities

This lesson introduces 1st-grade students to mindfulness through simple breathing exercises and visualization techniques. These activities are designed to enhance focus and calmness, providing students with tools to manage their emotions and improve concentration. By engaging in these practices, students can develop a sense of awareness and relaxation that supports their overall well-being.

Audience

1st Grade Students

Time

15 mins

Approach

Introduce mindfulness activities

Materials

Discussion Guide, and Visualization Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

  • Gather students in a circle on the floor.
  • Briefly explain what mindfulness is: "Mindfulness is paying attention to our thoughts and feelings without judging them."
  • Tell students they will learn fun ways to help their minds feel calm and focused.

Step 2

Breathing Exercise

5 mins

  • Guide students through a simple breathing exercise:
    • Inhale slowly through the nose for a count of 3.
    • Hold the breath for a count of 2.
    • Exhale slowly through the mouth for a count of 4.
  • Repeat this cycle 3-4 times, encouraging students to focus on their breath.

Step 3

Visualization Activity

5 mins

  • Hand out the Visualization Worksheet.
  • Guide students through a visualization exercise:
    • Ask them to close their eyes and imagine a peaceful place (like a beach or garden).
    • Describe the scene using sensory details (e.g., "Feel the warm sun on your skin, hear the gentle waves").
  • Allow students to draw their peaceful place on the worksheet.

Step 4

Closure

3 mins

  • Invite students to share their drawings with a partner.
  • Ask a few students to share how they felt during the exercises.
  • Encourage students to use these techniques whenever they feel upset or need to focus.
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Discussion

Mindfulness Discussion Guide

A guide to facilitate a discussion on mindfulness and its benefits.

What is mindfulness?

Explain that mindfulness is about being present and aware of our thoughts and feelings without judgment.







How did you feel during the breathing exercise?

Encourage students to share their feelings and experiences, emphasizing that there are no right or wrong answers.







Can you think of a time when you might use these exercises?

Guide students to think about situations where they might feel stressed or need to concentrate.







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Worksheet

Visualization Worksheet

A worksheet for students to draw their peaceful place as part of the visualization exercise.

Draw a picture of your peaceful place. What do you see, hear, and feel there?

Think about colors, sounds, and sensations that make you feel calm.







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