Breathing Exercises for Kids Mindfulness Techniques Calm Down Corner Printables

Description

Teach breathing exercises with this comprehensive resource! These breathing exercises for kids Include 23 breathing cards, interactive worksheets, and a letter to families to reinforce mindfulness techniques at home. Great for calm-down corners, classrooms, homeschoolers, counselors, and parents. These breathing exercises for kids are the perfect way to promote emotional regulation, focus, and self-awareness.

⭐This breathing exercises for kids resource helps children develop crucial emotional regulation skills by teaching them simple, effective breathing techniques. These exercises can be practiced anytime, providing children with tools to manage stress, anxiety, or overwhelming emotions.

⭐The breathing exercises can easily be reinforced at home, thanks to the accompanying parent letters and detailed instructions. This makes it a seamless experience for children, whether at school or at home, fostering consistency and continuity in emotional well-being practices.

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What is included in this breathing exercises for kids resource?

✅Breathing Exercise Cards- This set includes 23 colorful breathing exercise cards, each featuring a simple, guided technique with an engaging picture to help children easily follow along. These exercises teach students how to use their breath to calm their bodies, manage stress, and improve focus. The visual support makes it easy for young learners to practice independently, whether in the classroom, at home, or in a calming corner.

✅Interactive Worksheets– This set also includes 23 interactive worksheets that further explain each breathing exercise from the cards, providing children with additional practice and reinforcement. Each worksheet features engaging visuals to guide students through the exercises step by step, making it easier for them to understand and apply the techniques. These worksheets are perfect for use in the classroom, at home, or as part of a calming corner, giving children hands-on opportunities to develop self-regulation skills.

✅Letter to Families- (2 versions- ink saving and color)

This letter is designed to help teachers communicate with families about the importance of breathing exercises in the classroom. By sending this letter home, teachers can inform parents about the strategies their

children are learning to support emotional regulation, focus, and self-awareness. It also encourages families to reinforce these

techniques at home, creating consistency between school and home environments.

 

What skills are covered with this resource?

• emotional regulation
• self-control
• focus and attention
• stress relief
• mindfulness
• self-soothing
• relaxation techniques
• social-emotional skills
• problem-solving
• physical awareness

 This resource supports Common Core Standards (CCSS):

While not explicitly listed in the Common Core, these breathing exercises for kids support the foundational skills that the Common Core emphasizes, such as self-regulation, focus, and positive participation. By addressing the emotional and mental well-being of students, breathing exercises can help create a classroom environment where children are better prepared to engage with the academic content in the Common Core standards.

 

What do teachers and parents love about this resource?

⭐Easy to Implement and Reinforce: Simple, clear instructions make it easy for both teachers and parents to integrate these breathing exercises into daily routines, with no prep required for teachers and easy follow-through for parents at home.

⭐Reduces Disruptions and Enhances Focus: These exercises help students calm down and refocus, leading to fewer distractions in the classroom and a more productive learning environment. Parents will also appreciate seeing their children use these techniques to calm down at home.

⭐Supports Emotional Well-Being: Both teachers and parents can use these breathing exercises to help children regulate emotions, reduce stress, and increase resilience. This leads to more positive interactions and a stronger sense of self-awareness for kids both at school and at home.

⭐Boosts Student Engagement and Confidence: The breathing exercises help children stay calm and engaged during lessons, while parents will love seeing their child approach challenges with a greater sense of calm and confidence.

⭐Flexible and Versatile for Any Situation: Teachers can use these exercises in various classroom scenarios—during transitions, before tests, or in the calming corner—and parents can use them before bedtime, when facing a challenge, or when their child needs a moment to reset.

⭐Strengthens Social-Emotional Skills: By practicing these techniques regularly, children develop important skills like self-regulation, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving. Parents will be reassured that their child is learning vital life skills for handling emotions and social situations.

⭐Quick and Effective for Busy Routines: These exercises are quick to implement and don’t require much time, making them easy for teachers to fit into the school day and for parents to practice with their child in just a few minutes each day.

⭐Creates a Positive Learning Environment: Breathing exercises foster a calm and supportive atmosphere, which enhances classroom behavior and helps children feel safe and valued. Parents will appreciate knowing their child is part of a classroom culture that nurtures emotional health.

⭐Promotes Consistent Practice Between Home and School: With accompanying letters to parents, the resource ensures consistency in how breathing techniques are used both at school and at home, strengthening the impact of these emotional regulation practices across settings.

 

 

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How can I use these breathing exercises for kids in my classroom?

Calming Corner Essential – Keep the breathing exercise cards in your calming corner as a go-to resource for students who need a moment to reset their emotions.

 

Whole-Class Instruction– Use the worksheets to teach students the different breathing strategies and guide them in realizing the benefits of these exercises as well as how to do the exercises correctly.

 

Individual Support – Provide a student with a breathing card when you notice signs of frustration, anxiety, or restlessness. The cards can serve as a non-disruptive way to guide students back to a regulated state.

 

Whole-Class Brain Breaks – Incorporate a breathing exercise into your daily routine, such as during morning meetings, transitions, or after recess, to help the entire class reset and refocus.

Small Group Intervention – Use the breathing exercises in social-emotional learning (SEL) groups to help students develop healthy coping strategies and emotional awareness.

Student Take-Home Resource – Keep extra copies of the cards and worksheets on hand to send home with students who might benefit from practicing these techniques outside of school.

How can I use these breathing exercises for kids in my home?

Daily Calm-Down Routine – Help your child use the breathing cards before bedtime, before school, or after a long day to encourage relaxation and emotional regulation.

On-the-Go Support – Print or keep a few breathing cards in a small calm-down kit in your child’s backpack for moments of stress or overwhelm.

Family Bonding – Practice the breathing exercises together as a family, modeling self-regulation skills and creating a calm, supportive environment for children to express their emotions.

Managing Big Emotions – When your child feels frustrated, sad, or anxious, encourage them to pick a breathing exercise from the cards and use the interactive worksheet to reflect on their feelings.

💡 Want it all?
This product is also included in the Mindfulness Activities for Kids Bundle and the Ultimate Calm Down Corner Bundle and the full Feelings & Emotions SEL Curriculum + Calm Down Corner Tools. Save more when you bundle!

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