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Mindfulness Matters Lesson Plan

Introduce 10th grade students to mindfulness, helping them learn simple techniques for stress reduction, focus, and emotional regulation in a 15-minute session.

This lesson is important as it equips students with practical tools to manage stress and improve concentration, which are essential for their academic and personal growth.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Mindfulness

3 minutes

Step 2

Guided Mindfulness Exercise

7 minutes

Step 3

Group Discussion

5 minutes

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Mindfulness Matters

Introduce the session with enthusiasm. Welcome students to the lesson on mindfulness and set a calm tone for the session.

What is Mindfulness?

Briefly explain what mindfulness means. Provide simple examples of how mindfulness can be applied in daily life.

Guided Mindfulness Exercise

Instruct the students to participate in a guided mindfulness exercise. Remind them to focus on their breathing and gently return their attention if it wanders.

Group Discussion

Encourage students to share how they felt during the exercise. Use these questions to prompt discussion and facilitate sharing in a safe environment.

Conclusion & Encouragement

Wrap up the session by reiterating the benefits of mindfulness and encouraging regular practice. Suggest that students try these techniques in daily life.

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