Mindful Sand Timer Focus
A focused mindfulness activity using a sand timer as a meditation anchor to develop concentration and stillness
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About This Activity
A focused mindfulness activity using a sand timer as a meditation anchor to develop concentration and stillness
Quick Info
low
20
Classroom size sufficient
Equipment Required
Sand timer
1 large visible timer
Alternative shorter timer
1
Cushions or mats
1 per student
Timer
As needed
Cushions
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cognitive Challenge
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Activity Type
Cool Down
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Responsibility
Respect
Skills
Catching
Body Control
Decision Making
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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