Lesson Plan
Mindful Breathing Plan
In this 15-minute session, the student will practice structured breathing exercises using visual cues and guided prompts to build self-management skills by recognizing emotional triggers and calming themselves.
Developing mindfulness and self-regulation supports academic focus and emotional resilience. This lesson provides individualized, Tier 3 supports aligned to CASEL self-management competencies.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Setup Environment
1 minute
Step 2
Introduction
2 minutes
Step 3
Guided Breathing Practice
5 minutes
Step 4
Visual Pulse-Pause Activity
3 minutes
Step 5
Mood Meter Check-In
3 minutes
Step 6
Distribute Calm-Down Cards
1 minute

Slide Deck
Pulse-Pause Visuals
Inhale
Pause
Exhale
Practice Cycle

Script


Activity


Cool Down

