Lesson Plan

Mindful Masterpieces Lesson Plan

Students explore mindfulness through art by creating pieces that visually express their emotions, while cultivating focus and relaxation.

This lesson fosters self-awareness, emotional expression, and mindfulness, helping students manage stress and build creative problem-solving skills.

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Prep

Review Materials and Setup

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Mindfulness Discussion

10 minutes

Step 2

Mindful Painting Exercise

30 minutes

Step 3

Reflection & Sharing

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

Mindful Masterpieces

Welcome students to 'Mindful Masterpieces'. Introduce the topic and explain how today's lesson will guide them into using art as a medium to explore mindfulness and express their emotions. Emphasize that there is no right or wrong way to create their art today. Use a calm tone and slow pace.

What is Mindfulness?

Explain the concept of mindfulness. Discuss what it means to be present and the benefits of mindful awareness. Encourage students to think about how they normally experience their emotions and how mindfulness can help provide clarity.

Mindful Painting Exercise

Introduce the painting exercise. Guide them through the process by encouraging quiet concentration, focusing on their breath, and expressing their emotions with colors and forms. Remind them that the process is more important than the final product.

Reflection & Sharing

Facilitate a reflective discussion. Ask open-ended questions to help students share their experience and what they discovered about themselves during the process.

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