Lesson Plan
Mindfulness Roadmap
Students will learn basic mindfulness techniques—mindful breathing, mood awareness, and reflection—to better recognize and manage stress and foster a calm classroom environment.
Teaching mindfulness equips students with emotional regulation skills, reduces anxiety, boosts focus, and creates a supportive learning community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Mood Meter Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction: What Is Mindfulness?
5 minutes
Step 3
Presentation: Finding Inner Calm
10 minutes
Step 4
Activity: Guided Breathing Adventure
10 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down: Reflection Circle
10 minutes
Step 6
Wrap-Up & Next Steps
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Finding Inner Calm
What Is Mindfulness?
Mindful Breathing
Body Scan Break
Spotting Stress Signals
Try It Now: Balloon Breaths
Key Takeaways
Reflection & Questions

Warm Up


Activity


Cool Down

