Brain Breaks for Focus
Learning Objective
I can evaluate the effectiveness of different brain break strategies for improving focus and productivity. I can select an appropriate brain break for what elementary students need.
Lesson Flow
Watch Video
Coping Skills For Kids - Managing Feelings & Emotions For Elementary-Middle School | Self-Regulation
Mental Health Center Kids
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Triggers are stressful things that cause emotions to run wild, such as losing a game, embarrassment, or chores.
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To manage big emotions, first notice and identify your feelings, then think about coping skills, and finally take action by practicing those skills.
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Coping skills can be broken down into four categories: relaxation, distraction, movement, and thinking skills.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer & True/false
Exit Ticket
“Describe a specific scenario where an elementary student is experiencing frustration during a math lesson. Then, based on the coping skills discussed in the video, suggest two different brain break strategies (one movement-based and one relaxation-based) that could help the student manage their frustration and refocus on the task. Explain why each strategy is appropriate for this situation.”
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