Lesson Plan

Mindful Moments Movement

Promote relaxation and focus

In this lesson, students will engage in gentle movements and stretches paired with mindful breathing exercises. This session aims to promote relaxation and focus, aiding students in self-regulation and stress management. By incorporating these practices, students can enhance their ability to maintain attention throughout the school day, contributing to a more positive learning environment.

Audience

Grade 3 Students

Time

20 minutes

Approach

Promote relaxation and focus

Materials

Yoga mats or soft floor space, Printable Cards with Movement Instructions, and Reflection Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction to Mindfulness

3 minutes

Briefly explain the concept of mindfulness and its benefits.
Discuss how mindfulness can help us feel calm and focused.
Encourage students to share any experiences they have with mindfulness.

Step 2

Guided Movement and Breathing

12 minutes

Lead students through a series of gentle movements and stretches.
Pair each movement with a mindful breathing exercise.
Use the [Printable Cards with Movement Instructions] to guide the session.
Encourage students to focus on their breath and the sensations in their body.

Step 3

Reflection and Discussion

5 minutes

Distribute the [Reflection Worksheet] to each student.
Ask students to reflect on how they felt before and after the exercises.
Facilitate a brief discussion on their experiences and any changes they noticed.

Worksheet

Reflection Worksheet

This worksheet allows students to reflect on their experience with the mindful movement and breathing exercises. It encourages them to think about how they felt before and after the session.

How did you feel before the exercises?

Think about your mood and energy level.

How do you feel after the exercises?

Consider any changes in your mood or energy.

What was your favorite movement or stretch?

Think about which exercise you enjoyed the most.

Worksheet

Printable Cards with Movement Instructions

These cards provide instructions for each movement and breathing exercise. They can be printed and used to guide the session.

Mindful Moments Movement

Kimberlee Nutter

Lesson Plan

Mindful Moments Movement

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Step 1

Introduction to Mindfulness

Step 2

Guided Movement and Breathing

Step 3

Reflection and Discussion

Worksheet

Reflection Worksheet

How did you feel before the exercises?

How do you feel after the exercises?

What was your favorite movement or stretch?

Worksheet

Printable Cards with Movement Instructions

Mountain Pose: Stand tall, feet together, arms at sides. Breathe deeply.

Tree Pose: Stand on one leg, place foot on inner thigh, hands together. Breathe.

Cat-Cow Stretch: On hands and knees, arch back up and down. Breathe.

Forward Bend: Stand, bend forward, let arms hang. Breathe.

Seated Twist: Sit cross-legged, twist gently to each side. Breathe.