Yoga
•Year 2
•6 Lessons
This unit introduces Year 2 students to fundamental yoga poses and breathing techniques through engaging thematic storytelling that connects to their wider curriculum learning. By embedding mindfulness practices within imaginative contexts - from jungle animals to space exploration - students develop body awareness and emotional regulation in an accessible, playful way. The progressive focus on breathing techniques provides tools for self-regulation that extend beyond the PE hall.
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we use our bodies to move like jungle animals whilst staying calm and focused?
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Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can mindful breathing help us find balance and calm in our bodies?
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Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can we use our bodies and breath to explore the wonders of space while staying calm and focused?
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Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can we use yoga to connect with Mother Earth and understand natural phenomena?
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Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can we use our bodies to tell stories about Roman life while building confidence and self-motivation?
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Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can focused breathing help us feel calm and concentrate better?
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