Yoga in the Classroom
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Yoga in the Classroom
- Resource Type
- Activity
- Lesson plan/Unit plan
- Grade Level
- K
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- Submitted By
- Heart Mind Online - 3 years ago
- Description
- The activity introduces students to the mindful p…
- Resource Type
- Activity
- Lesson plan/Unit plan
- Grade Level
- K
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- Submitted By
- Heart Mind Online - 3 years ago
- Description
- The activity introduces students to the mindful practice of yoga which cultivates self-regulation by focusing on controlled movements combined with breathing awareness. Some studies suggest a positive connection between mindful practice (including yoga and breathing) and children's capacity to cope with stress, manage emotions and improve concentration.
- Subject
- Revised Curriculum
- Health and PE
- Keywords
- Social Emotional Learning
- Core Compentencies
- Heart-Mind Well-Being
- Relaxation
- Mindfulness
- Learning Standards
- Students will be introduced to the mindful practice of yoga as a self-regulation technique (controlled movement and breathing awareness).
- Duration
- 20-30 min
- Language
- English
- Date Created
- May 4, 2017
