Lesson Plan

Mindful Minutes Lesson Plan

Students will learn to focus attention on the present moment through guided mindfulness techniques, developing skills to notice thoughts and emotions and practice stress‐management daily.

Teaching mindfulness equips 6th graders with tools for emotional awareness, reduced anxiety, and improved focus—benefiting both academic and personal well‐being.

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Teacher Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up and Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 minutes

Step 3

Group Discussion

7 minutes

Step 4

Hands-On Practice

8 minutes

Step 5

Cool-Down and Reflection

5 minutes

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Mindful Minutes

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Group Discussion

Hands-On Practice

Reflect & Journal

Take Mindful Minutes

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Mindful Minutes

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