Lesson Plan

Mindful Recess

Improve social skills

This lesson introduces students to mindfulness and its benefits during recess. It begins with a short video that guides children through a tree meditation exercise, followed by a discussion on how mindfulness can help them stay calm and make better decisions during recess. The lesson ends with a practice activity to reinforce these concepts.

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Time

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Step 1

Introduction to Mindfulness

2 minutes

Step 2

Watch the Video

3 minutes

Step 3

Discussion

5 minutes

Step 4

Practice Activity

5 minutes

Step 5

Closure

1 minute

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Mindful Recess

Lynne Sharber

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