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Helping children use simple breathing exercises to feel calm and in control

In this soothing and practical episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison, children discover the magic of their breath. Through the story of Maya and her calming bubble breaths, pupils learn that slowing down their breathing can help them feel more relaxed, focused, and ready to cope with everyday challenges.

This episode introduces three easy, child-friendly breathing techniques that children can practise anytime they feel overwhelmed, nervous, or in need of a break.

What’s Included:

Guided Audio Episode – A gentle, story-led session that teaches three mindful breathing exercises. Transcript included to support inclusive and flexible delivery.

Pupil Workbook (UK and US English) – An 8-page printable journal with reflection prompts, step-by-step breathing guides, drawing activities, and a personal mindfulness challenge.

Teacher Guide – A 12-page comprehensive guide offering structured lesson delivery, vocabulary scaffolding, differentiation strategies, and practical classroom tips.

Key Themes:

Breathing helps us slow down, reset, and feel safe

Three breathing techniques: Bubble Breathing, Belly Balloon Breathing, Five-Finger Breathing

Breathing can be used anytime, anywhere to manage emotions

Body awareness and self-regulation through mindful practice

Learning Outcomes:

Pupils understand how breathing affects their feelings and focus

Children practise and choose breathing techniques that work for them

Drawing, journaling, and role-play tasks deepen understanding

Regular use of breathing tools supports self-regulation and classroom calm

This episode equips children with powerful, portable strategies to manage their emotions and take control of their wellbeing—through something they always have with them: their breath.

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Complete Series 4 Teacher Guides and pupil Workbooks

Series 4 – Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison Series Title: Exploring Empathy – Understanding Ourselves and Others In Series 4, children take a deeper dive into empathy—learning to recognise emotions in others, show compassion, and think about different perspectives. Through rich stories and reflective practices, pupils begin to connect their own emotional world with those around them. This series nurtures social awareness and supports the development of kind, inclusive relationships in school and at home. Episode Guide: What Is Empathy? – Seeing with Our Heart, Not Just Our Eyes Children explore the difference between sympathy and empathy, learning to pause, notice, and imagine how others feel. Listening with Empathy – Giving Our Full Attention This episode teaches the power of full-body listening—using eyes, ears, and heart—to really understand and support someone. Recognising Emotions in Others – Clues from Faces, Voices and Actions Pupils practise tuning into emotional clues, becoming “feelings detectives” who notice when others need kindness or support. Responding Kindly – What Can I Do to Help? Children reflect on how kind actions, words, and small gestures can make a big difference in someone’s day. Different Lives, Different Feelings – Respecting Different Perspectives Through imaginative thinking, pupils explore how experiences shape emotions and learn to respect feelings that may differ from their own. Our Empathy Toolbox – Using Empathy Every Day In this final episode, children bring together what they’ve learned to create an empathy plan for everyday life—at school, at home, and with friends. Core Aims of Series 4: Deepen emotional understanding through the lens of empathy Develop awareness of how others feel and why Encourage kind and thoughtful responses in relationships Support inclusion, perspective-taking, and emotional literacy This series empowers children to move from self-awareness to social awareness, laying the foundations for a more compassionate classroom and community.

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