Mindfulness Practices & Guided Meditation
Learning about natural hazards can bring up feelings of anxiety, grief, despair, and guilt. These emotions are hard to manage during the school day, but taking a moment to be aware of what is going on with their thoughts, feelings, and sensations can help students and teachers practice self-care and compassion. In this lesson, students will participate in some practices designed to help them start to pay attention to their breathing and pay attention to the present moment. These practices can help students practice self-care and emotional regulation. When used regularly, mindfulness can help students build emotional regulation skills and build a community of compassion and respect.
Context for Use
In the Mindfulness Practices and Guided Meditation lesson, students will participate in some practices designed to help them start to pay attention to their breathing and pay attention to the present moment.
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What Students Will Do
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Develop Present-Moment Awareness: Help students use breathing and sensory practices to focus attention on the here and now, promoting mindfulness in daily life.
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Build Emotional Regulation Skills: Support students in recognizing and managing their thoughts and emotions through guided meditation, enhancing self-care and resilience.
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Foster a Compassionate Classroom Environment: Encourage a shared practice that nurtures empathy, respect, and community through collective mindfulness experiences.
Teaching Materials
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