Monster Meditation #4

Activity Overview

Preschool-aged children are exposed to many different ways to self-regulate their bodies and minds. A key development towards independence is the ability to employ self-soothing techniques as the moment calls for them. Mindfulness begins in even our youngest classrooms! In this episode, Two-Headed Monster's block tower fell over, and Two-Headed is feeling frustrated! His friend Mr. Andy from Headspace has a monster meditation that can help. When you're feeling frustrated, sometimes it can help to take a break and blow out your imaginary candle before trying a task.

What You Need

• A space to practice mindfulness that is free of other distractions

• A device to watch "Monster Meditation #4: Try Try Again with Two-Headed Monster and Headspace"

Steps

1. Utilize this video from Sesame Street to introduce the Focus Rhyme technique to your student.

2. Follow up as often as you like by revisiting the video and also practicing without the video.

Guiding Questions

• How did you feel before we did our Focus Rhyme?

• How do you feel after?