This course will help you teach primary students how to use mindfulness as a tool for learning and a way to care for wellbeing. You will read the latest research and participate in mindfulness activities that build your confidence and skills.
You’ll learn:
- How mindfulness benefits students and teachers.
- How to teach mindfulness using the five senses.
- How to use mindfulness as a learning tool.
- How mindfulness links to the curriculum.
Primary teachers
This course may contribute towards Elective PD hours. Visit https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au for more details.
Introduction
Aims and Objectives
Course Handout - Teach Mindfulness to Primary Students
What Mindfulness means to Children
Set a Learning Goal
Task: Set a Learning Goal
Meet Carolyn Shurey
What is Mindfulness?
Health and Wellbeing Benefits
Educational Benefits
How Mindfulness helps you
Quick Check-In
Task: Quick Check-In
Using the Five Senses and Nature
About the Activities
Mind Wave Breathing
Noticing the Self, Noticing Nature
Sound Activity
Mindfulness in the Curriculum
Quick Check-In
Task: Quick Check-In
Primary Teaching Resources
Teaching Tips
Reflect on your Learning
Task: Reflect on your Learning
Your Next Steps
Course Feedback