Lesson Plan

Mindfulness Mini-Plan

Students will learn and practice three mindfulness techniques—breathing, visualization, and gratitude journaling—to enhance self-management and focus in a 20-minute small-group session.

By regularly practicing mindfulness, students develop emotional regulation, concentration, and a positive mindset, supporting academic success and overall well-being.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Step 2

Guided Breathing

5 minutes

Step 3

Visualization

5 minutes

Step 4

Gratitude Practice

5 minutes

Step 5

Reflection and Closing

3 minutes

Slide Deck

Quiet Your Mind

Welcome students and introduce the visualization exercise. Remind them to sit comfortably and close their eyes gently when prompted.

Step 1: Breathe and Relax

Guide the group through three slow, deep breaths. Inhale for 4 counts, hold for 2, exhale for 6. Pause between each breath.

Step 2: Imagine Your Place

Ask students to picture a peaceful place—a beach, forest, mountain, or any calm scene. Encourage vivid detail.

Step 3: Engage Your Senses

Prompt students to engage all senses. Pause 5–10 seconds after each question.

Step 4: Stay in the Moment

Allow silence for about 15 seconds as students hold their scene in mind. Remind them to stay relaxed.

Step 5: Return Gently

Guide students back to the present. Encourage gentle movement and a final breath.

Lesson Plan

Mindfulness Mini-Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Guided Breathing

Step 3

Visualization

Step 4

Gratitude Practice

Step 5

Reflection and Closing

Slide Deck

Quiet Your Mind

Step 1: Breathe and Relax

Step 2: Imagine Your Place

Step 3: Engage Your Senses

Step 4: Stay in the Moment

Step 5: Return Gently

Activity

Journal

Mindful Moments

Mikaela Secore