Lesson Plan

Being Present Activities

Students will learn the principles of mindfulness to be present in the moment, reduce stress, and improve concentration through engaging, interactive exercises.

Teaching mindfulness enhances focus, reduces classroom stress, and encourages thoughtful interactions, benefiting both academic performance and emotional well-being.

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Prep

Material Review and Setup

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

10 minutes

Step 2

Guided Mindfulness Activity

20 minutes

Step 3

Mindfulness Scavenger Hunt

10 minutes

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Understanding Presence

Introduce the topic 'Understanding Presence' with an engaging and clear title. Emphasize the focus on mindfulness as a tool for enhancing concentration and reducing stress.

What is Mindfulness?

Explain what mindfulness is in simple terms. Use examples familiar to 7th graders to make the concept relatable.

Benefits of Being Present

Discuss the benefits of practicing mindfulness. Highlight benefits like reduced stress and improved concentration.

Step-by-Step Mindfulness Exercise

Detail the mindfulness exercise step-by-step. Encourage students to close their eyes and focus on their breathing.

Reflection & Next Steps

Wrap up the slide deck by encouraging student reflection and highlighting the transition to the next activity (the scavenger hunt).

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