Greet students warmly and invite them to sit in a circle or semicircle. Explain that today we’re going to practice simple mindfulness exercises to start our day feeling calm and focused.

Define mindfulness in kid-friendly terms. You might ask: “Have you ever really noticed how your breathing feels? That’s mindfulness!”

Demonstrate belly breathing by placing one hand on your chest and one on your belly. Guide students through 5 slow breaths.

Show and hold up a Mindful Breathing Activity Card each round for visual cue. Encourage students to follow the card.

Lead each movement slowly. Pause and allow students to notice their stretching sensations.

Explain that an intention is like a goal for our mind. Offer examples on the board or a chart.

Invite several volunteers to share. Praise each student and reinforce a positive classroom vibe.

Close with energy: a gentle chime, a class clap, or a deep final breath together. Remind students they can revisit these practices anytime.