Mindful Moments: Yoga & Meditation

Suani Lopez

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Mindful Moments: Yoga & Meditation

Mindfulness yoga lesson

This lesson introduces middle school English learners to mindfulness through yoga and meditation. Students will engage in a calming yoga session, watch a mindfulness video, and participate in a reflective discussion. This lesson aims to enhance students' focus, relaxation, and emotional well-being, providing them with tools to manage stress and improve concentration.

Audience

English Learners, Middle School

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Active Learning, Trauma-Informed Teaching

Materials

Yoga mats, Classroom presentation, Video: 5 Minute Meditation: Mindfulness, Video: Meditación de 5 Minutos: Mindfulness, and Discussion questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Welcome students and introduce the concept of mindfulness and its benefits.
Explain the agenda: yoga session, video, and discussion.
Ensure students have enough space for yoga and are comfortable.

Step 2

Mindfulness Yoga Activity

10 mins

Guide students through a series of simple yoga poses focused on mindfulness and breathing.
Encourage students to focus on their breath and the sensations in their body.
Use calming music to enhance the experience.

Step 3

Video Viewing (English)

5 mins

Show the 5 Minute Meditation: Mindfulness video.
Ask students to pay attention to the techniques used in the video to promote mindfulness.

Step 4

Video Viewing (Spanish)

5 mins

Show the Meditación de 5 Minutos: Mindfulness video.
Ask students to pay attention to the techniques used in the video to promote mindfulness.

Step 5

Discussion

8 mins

Facilitate a discussion using prepared questions.
Encourage students to share their thoughts and feelings about the yoga session and video.
Discuss how they can apply mindfulness techniques in their daily lives.

Step 6

Closure

2 mins

Summarize the key points of the lesson.
Encourage students to practice mindfulness regularly.
Thank students for their participation and share any additional resources for further practice.

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Worksheet

Classroom Presentation

A presentation to guide the mindfulness yoga lesson, including key points and visuals for each section.

Welcome to Mindful Moments: Yoga & Meditation

Benefits of Mindfulness: Focus, Relaxation, Emotional Well-being

Today's Agenda: Yoga, Video, Discussion

Yoga Session: Focus on Breath and Body

Video: 5 Minute Meditation: Mindfulness

Video: Meditación de 5 Minutos: Mindfulness

Discussion: Reflect on Experience and Application

Closure: Practice Mindfulness Regularly

Discussion

Mindfulness Discussion

A discussion to reflect on the mindfulness yoga session and video, encouraging students to share their experiences and thoughts.

How did you feel during the yoga session?

Encourage students to describe their physical and emotional sensations.

What mindfulness techniques did you notice in the video?

Discuss the breathing and focus techniques shown in the video.

How can you use mindfulness in your daily life?

Explore practical applications of mindfulness in school and at home.