The Nature of Mindfulness - Mindful Bodies

The Nature of Mindfulness - Mindful Bodies

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Lesson summary

The aim of this activity is to help children make sense of mindfulness by using nature as a stimulus. Children will tune into their breathing and body, their inner thoughts and feelings. They will also develop skills in focus, attention, resilience, emotional intelligence and regulation of the body and emotions.

Activity Intention:

  • This activity has been developed to give children the opportunity to explore activities around mindfulness, nature and personal well being.

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Curriculum mapping

EYLF Learning Outcomes:

Learning Outcome 1:

  • Children have a strong sense of identity
  • 1.1 Children feel safe, secure, and supported
  • 1.2 Children develop their emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency
  • 1.3 Children develop knowledgeable and confident self identities
  • 1.4 Children learn to interact in relation to others with care, empathy and respect

Learning Outcome 3:

  • Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
  • 3.2 Children take increasing responsibility for their own health and physical wellbeing

Resources required

Each child will need a soft toy/animal/something special to use as a breathing buddy.

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Additional info

Following this lesson is an ideal way for students to participate in Planet Ark’s Schools Tree Day â€“ the largest nature-care event in Australian schools. So, get growing! It only takes a minute to register for Schools Tree Day.

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