Mindful Breathing with Story
A calming cool-down combining storytelling with guided breathing exercises to develop mindfulness and relaxation skills
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About This Activity
A calming cool-down combining storytelling with guided breathing exercises to develop mindfulness and relaxation skills
Quick Info
low
20
Each child needs 1.5m x 2m lying/sitting space
Equipment Required
Age-appropriate story book
1
Yoga mats or cushions
1 per child
Dimmer lights or lamp
1
Books
As needed
Yoga Mat
As needed
Dimmer Lights
As needed
Suitable For
Nursery
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Activity Type
Cool Down
Creative Expression
Skills
Timing
Catching
Body Control
Decision Making
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Responsibility
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
Indoor Only
Intensity
Low Intensity
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