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Mindfulness

Mindfulness refers to the state of being in the here and now. Practice skills that help quiet the mind and keeping yourself present.

Mind Yeti- Youtube channel with a library of guided mindfulness sessions that help kids and their adults calm their minds, focus their attention, and connect to the world around them.

Mindful Shools- Offering a free mindfulness classes for kids on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 12:00 (CST)

Mindfulness in Classrooms- Daily 5 minute practices to support SEL

Smiling Mind- Free mindfulness app/website designed for children and the the whole family (age 7+)

DIY Mindfulness Activities

Apps to download:

Calm: free resource page

Headspace: https://www.headspace.com/covid-19

Stop, Breathe, Think

Mindfulness Resources

Child Care Resources Inc.

Mindful Schools- Films of Mindfulness Education

Mindful-Your Breath is Your Brain’s Remote Control

Collaborative-Daily SEL Lesson

PBSkids- Practice Mindfulness

Grounding techniques shift our attention from unpleasant emotions and thoughts. Brings your focus to the hear and now. It utilizes:

Physical techniques that utilize your five senses
Mental techniques that distract your mind and redirect your thoughts
Soothing techniques that comfort you.

Deep Breathing

Deep breathing is an easy way to relax and let your worries go. You can do it pretty much anywhere, and it only takes a few minutes.

Deep Breathing.docx

Yoga

Cosmic Yoga- Free yoga videos (My favorite to use with Children)

Yoga with Adriene for Kids- Adrienne is popular with adults but has great videos for kids as well.

Go Noodle- Mindfulness, brain breaks, yoga, kindness, and much more!

Practicing Meditations is the process of looking inward, learning to calm the mind, and practicing being in the present. Allowing time to focus on specific topics such as gratitude, kindness and connection can help you feel more in control of our feelings and actions.

Coping Skills

These are skills that help us deal with stress and conflict. We develop skills throughout our life to manage emotions and stress. Each person copes with stress differently and each person finds unique practices that help them find calmness. What works for you?

Techniques

Write in Journal
Coloring
Music
Go for Walks
Deep Breathing

Color by Coping Skills Spring.pdf

Color by Positive Affirmations.pdf

Strategies and Handouts

Calming Strategies

Coping Skills Activities

Coping Strategies and Benefits

Cool off Checklist

Problem solving wheel

Calming Glitter Jars for Mindfulness and RelaxationCalming Glitter Jars are a game changer for children and even adults! Occupational therapists have