Lesson Plan
Mindful Moments Plan
Students will practice simple breathing techniques through guided activities to reduce stress and improve focus during a 20-minute small-group session.
Teaching mindful breathing builds self-regulation skills, helps 3rd graders manage emotions, and boosts their readiness to learn and engage.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Quick Body Scan
3 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Breathing Techniques
4 minutes
Step 3
Guided Breath Practice
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Check-In
6 minutes

Slide Deck
Calm Breathing Techniques
Why Breathe Mindfully?
Balloon Breath
Counting Breath
Practice Sequence
Quick Tip

Activity


Journal


Warm Up

