Welcome to Our Virtual Calm Space.
EDUCATORS:
How to use this resource with your class:
Option 1: Teach students a signal to indicate they need 5 minutes of calm Option 2: Build in 1 - 2 times during the day for students to use this resource (whole class)
SAMPLE TEACHING SCHEDULE: Monday - Sound and Music Tuesday - Visual Relaxation Wednesday - Mindfulness Thursday - Creativity Friday - Movement |
STUDENTS:
How to use this resource for yourself:
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What is Mindfulness?
Mindfulness means paying full attention to something. It means slowing down to really notice what you're doing. Being mindful is the opposite of rushing or multitasking. When you're mindful, you're taking your time. You're focusing in a relaxed, easy way.
Below are a few examples of Yoga and meditation that you can do at home.
Deep breathing, stretching and calm activities, help the body and brain refocus, and settle.
Deep breathing, stretching and calm activities, help the body and brain refocus, and settle.
Courtesy of Megan Venezia
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Courtesy of Erica Glover PDSB
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Guided relaxation to help us let go of our worries. |