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MindUP! (Pre-K to 2)
MindUP helps teachers create an optimistic classroom characterized by focused attention, gratitude, empathy, and connection to others. The MindUP Program consists of four units with 15 sequenced lessons for children in Pre-K through 8th Grade
Key Features of MindUP for Teachers
Fifteen easy to implement lessons
Activities that build awareness and self-regulation, to improve a child's social-emotional and cognitive abilities
The Brain Break, a Core Practice, regulates stress, bringing calm and focus to the classroom
Specialized support from experienced Certified MindUP Consultants
Lessons that help imbed mindful teaching across the curriculum
CORE PRACTICE
The Brain Break
The Brain Break helps children develop attention and self-regulation. Practiced three times per day, this focused breathing exercise gives children a tool to help them manage stress and emotions by regulating their physiology and activating the attentional regions of the brain.
MindUP™ is a 15-lesson program for Pre-K-8th grade students, brought to life by a teacher in the classroom
MindUP™ is science-centric and evidence-based, with over 10 years of research conducted on the program’s efficacy
MindUP™ is grounded four core pillars: Neuroscience, Positive Psychology, Mindful Awareness and Social-Emotional Learning
MindUP™ has 15 lessons that teach activities around topics such as gratitude, mindfulness and perspective taking
MindUP™ provides an immersive discovery experience along with daily core practices, such as the guided “Brain Break” breathing exercise
MindUP™ drives positive behavior, improves learning and scholastic performance, and increases empathy, optimism and compassion
MHCB Program Manager Notes:
MindUp is a low cost program
MindUp is an American resource
MindUp is research-based