Mindfulness Practices for Kids Age 7-9, Ongoing
In this class kids will learn mindfulness tools for self-awareness & self-regulation, they learn to train their minds to stay focused, understand & manage their emotions, & make wiser decisions!
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Gita Nilforoush
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(114)
What's included
1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Students will learn a variety of mindfulness techniques designed to increase attention, self-regulation, empathy, and the ability to respond skillfully to challenging situations instead of reacting impulsively. Students are encouraged to practice the techniques regularly. Ongoing instruction and reflection opportunities create a strong foundation for lifelong practice. Students will learn through different Mindful Moments practices, Mindful Games Activity Cards, Mindful books, different breathing exercises, and Emojis to advance their knowledge of mindfulness, learn how to express their emotions, and manage them mindfully. They will learn to be aware, to be mindful and this can help them in everything they do. Each class starts with a "Mindful Moments" practice, a few minutes of guided mindfulness sit every week with a different mindful topic; Followed by a brief sharing of students’ experiences with the practice, and then we talk about this week's Mindfulness topic, we do some mindful games activity cards, and different breathing exercises together. In the end, students share their experiences of this week's topic with each other and have time for any questions. Class topics include: Mindful moments: Calm, Mindful awareness, Loving Kindness, Sending love to ourselves and others, Mindful Appreciation, Helping others, Mindful Positivity, Mindful Body Scan, Smile, Gratitude & Appreciation, Stop Mindfully, Mindful walking, Brain Science, the effect of mindfulness practices on different parts of the brain, and much more. Students learn about the topic of the week, how to be mindful during the week, and do their daily tasks like walking, brushing their teeth, patting their pet, listening in the class, eating lunch, playing with their friends, doing their homework, playing sports, etc. mindfully. I use a Mindful Breath Book with 32 different breathing practices that students learn and enjoy during the week. These mind/body breathing practices help them to become more focused and present with anything they do. Learners have time to interact with each other, share their mindfulness experiences, and learn from each other. At the end of each session, students will get the practice they do during the week.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to be mindful, more focused, and present with every activity.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2019
4.8
114reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
California Teaching Certificate
California Teaching Certificate in Health/PE
Greetings to all parents and learners! I'm Gita, a Mindful Schools Certified Mindfulness Instructor, dedicated to fostering well-being in kids, teens, parents, and educators by alleviating stress and anxiety while promoting balance and overall wellness.
With over 30 years of personal mindfulness meditation practice, I've been imparting the transformative benefits of mindfulness and secular meditation techniques for over 7 years. I honed my skills through a comprehensive six-month meditation teacher training with the esteemed Willpower Institute in Canada & Thailand, earning my Meditation Instructor Certificate in 2014.
My commitment to mindfulness education deepened with over two years of mindfulness training courses through Mindful Schools, in California. I completed the Year-Long certification program, earning the title of Mindful Schools Certified Mindfulness Instructor (CMI) in 2018. This certification equips me to teach Kids and Teens using Mindful School's specialized curriculum.
Mindfulness, to me, is the art of paying attention to both our inner and outer experiences with openness and curiosity. It involves embracing our experiences without judgment and fostering kindness towards ourselves and others.
In the realm of education, I've witnessed the power of mindfulness in helping children and teens maintain focus, enhance concentration, improve academic performance, and develop self-awareness. Through mindfulness training, they cultivate compassion and care for themselves and those around them.
Teaching mindfulness meditation is not just my profession—it's my passion. I am driven by a desire to share the profound gift of mindfulness practices with as many people as possible. My aim is to help individuals reduce the stresses of daily life and pave the way for a happier, healthier, and more harmonious existence.
You can explore mindfulness further through my website, Meditationforallages.com, where I offer meditation guidance for adult professionals. Beyond my work, I find joy in reading books, strolling outdoors, practicing mindfulness meditation (of course!), playing the piano, traveling, and cherishing moments with my family and friends.
Let's embark on a journey of mindfulness together—a path to greater well-being and a more enriched life!Reviews
Live Group Class
$23
weekly1x per week
35 min
Completed by 22 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-9
3-7 learners per class
