Lesson Plan

Mindfulness and Movement Lesson Plan

Students will learn simple yoga poses and mindfulness practices to enhance both physical and mental wellbeing while fostering a mind-body connection.

This lesson empowers students with techniques to reduce stress, improve focus, and promote overall balance, essential for academic and personal growth.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Material Review and Setup

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Mindfulness

10 minutes

Step 2

Warm-Up Activity

5 minutes

Step 3

Guided Yoga Session

20 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Cool Down

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Mindfulness and Movement

Introduce the session by welcoming the students and briefly outlining what will be covered. Emphasize that the session will combine mindfulness with simple yoga poses to improve both mental and physical wellbeing.

What is Mindfulness?

Explain the concept of mindfulness and its benefits. Ask the students if they’ve heard of mindfulness before and what it might mean to them. Mention that mindfulness is about paying attention to the present moment in a calm, deliberate way.

Warm-Up Activity

Guide the students through a gentle warm-up. Encourage them to follow along with each stretching exercise and focus on their breathing.

Guided Yoga Session

Introduce and demonstrate the yoga poses: Mountain, Tree, and Warrior. Provide cues for modifications, and remind students to focus on mindful movement with each pose.

Reflection & Cool Down

Wrap up the session by inviting students to share their thoughts and experiences. Lead a brief meditation or deep breathing exercise to conclude the session, reinforcing the mind-body connection.

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Activity

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Mindfulness and Movement: Integrating Yoga in School

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Tracie Flowers

Tier 1
For Districts