Lesson Plan
Mindful Minutes Guide
Guide 4th graders through a 10-minute daily mindfulness routine using simple breathing and focus activities to build self-management and emotional regulation skills.
Regular mindfulness practice helps students calm their minds, improve attention, and develop lifelong strategies for managing stress and strong emotions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
1 minute
Step 2
Introduce Techniques
2 minutes
Step 3
Guided Practice
4 minutes
Step 4
Mindful Reflection
2 minutes
Step 5
Transition
1 minute

Slide Deck
Breathing Techniques
What is Belly Breathing?
Step 1: Inhale
Step 2: Hold
Step 3: Exhale
Let’s Practice Together

Warm Up


Journal

