Mindful Rest and Reflection with Child's Pose
A calming cool-down activity using Child's pose with guided relaxation and mindful reflection
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About This Activity
A calming cool-down activity using Child's pose with guided relaxation and mindful reflection
Quick Info
low
20
2m x 2m per child minimum
Equipment Required
Yoga mats or soft surface
1 per child
Cushions for knee support
As needed
Soft background music (optional)
1 audio device
Yoga Mat
As needed
Cushions
As needed
Background Music
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Self Assessment
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Skills
Flexibility
Catching
Body Control
Activity Type
Cool Down
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Responsibility
Respect
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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