Breathing and Meditation

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TIPS FOR CAREGIVERS Yoga and meditation help us learn about our breath and body how the two are connected and how they can help us acknowledge our feelings without letting them overwhelm us This awareness can help us navigate different situations at school or at home Meditation gives us tools to be the best versions of ourselves in every situation SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL GOALS After reading this book kids will be able to use breathing and meditation to 1 Become more aware of their emotions and the physical sensations 2 Use the techniques included in the text to help manage their emotions they produce in the body self-awareness and de-stress self-management TIPS FOR PRACTICE Encourage self-awareness and self-management with these prompts Before reading Ask students to check in with themselves How do they feel in both mind and body Emotional example What kinds of thoughts are you having Physical example How does your body feel today During reading Encourage students to check in as they move through the book Emotional example How does it feel when you close your eyes and focus on your breathing Physical example How do breathing exercises feel in your body After reading Take time to reflect after practicing the meditation Emotional example How do you feel after practicing breathing and meditation Physical example Are there certain exercises you like or don't like