Time to Relax (Grades 4-6)
From Move to Learn · 2015
2 min4th5th6thSocial-Emotional LearningBrain Breaks
Summary
A two-minute calm-down break for older grades. The coach leads slow breathing and stretches that help students lower their energy and refocus before the next lesson.
Viewer safety
All ages
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
Calm and focus
- How did your body feel before the video, and how does it feel now?
- What is one way you can calm down when you feel stressed?
- When would a calm-down break help you during the day?
Quick work-a-long
Try it: Breathe in slowly for four counts, hold for two, and breathe out for four. Do it three times.