Lesson Plan
Mindfulness Path
Students will learn and practice mindfulness and stress-relief techniques, identify personal stress triggers, and create a simple family mindfulness plan to use at home.
Equips 5th graders with self-regulation skills, boosts emotional well-being, and fosters family engagement through shared calming practices.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Mindfulness
5 minutes
Step 2
Guided Breathing with a Buddy
10 minutes
Step 3
Stress Triggers Discussion
10 minutes
Step 4
Daily Calm Journal Activity
15 minutes
Step 5
Family Mindfulness Plan
10 minutes
Step 6
Closing Reflection
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Calm Techniques Guide
What Is Mindfulness?
Technique 1: Deep Belly Breathing
Technique 2: Mindful Listening
Technique 3: Body Scan
Technique 4: 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding
Practice with a Breathing Buddy
Journaling & Discussion Prompts
Create Your Family Mindfulness Plan
Closing Reflection
Activity
Journal
Discussion
