Lesson Plan

Deep Breathing Techniques

Introduce 3rd-grade students to deep breathing techniques to help manage stress and improve concentration through practical, step-by-step exercises.

Deep breathing can reduce anxiety, calm the mind, and improve focus, empowering students with lifelong stress-management strategies.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation for Deep Breathing Session

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Guided Breathing Exercise

15 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Wrap-Up

10 minutes

Slide Deck

What is Deep Breathing?

Introduce the concept of deep breathing. Explain that deep breathing is a tool to calm the mind and body, and show a simple graphic of a child taking a deep breath.

Step 1: Inhale

Explain the first step: Inhale slowly through your nose. Use a graphic showing a child with arrows indicating the movement of breath into the lungs.

Step 2: Hold

Explain the pause after inhaling, emphasizing holding the breath momentarily. Use a graphic that illustrates calm stillness.

Step 3: Exhale

Explain the exhale and include a graphical illustration. Encourage students to make a gentle, slow exhale sound.

Practice Makes Perfect

Summarize the exercise and remind students to practice. Use a calming background and perhaps a motivational image.

Lesson Plan

Deep Breathing Techniques

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation for Deep Breathing Session

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

Step 2

Guided Breathing Exercise

Step 3

Reflection and Wrap-Up

Slide Deck

What is Deep Breathing?

Step 1: Inhale

Step 2: Hold

Step 3: Exhale

Practice Makes Perfect

Activity

Breathe Deep: Finding Calm Through Breathing

Adrianna Ikolo

Lenny Learning

CASEL

Health & Wellness

Behavioral Supports

Counseling & Therapy

Family Engagement

School Climate

Special Education

Academic Integration

Seasonal

Career & Life Skills

Arts & Creativity

My Lessons

Video Library

Support