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Mindfulness
At KayPeeZee we believe in introducing mindfulness into our classrooms at this early stage in life.
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Mindfulness is the practice of cultivating present moment awareness of thoughts, emotions and physical sensations by integrating our breathing, stretching, and focusing on relaxation techniques into their daily schedule.
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By doing this, children will develop emotional resilience and self-regulation skills which promote a calmer and more engaged classroom environment.
“Love is probably the most powerful stress-buster in the world! When children feel loved they feel safe and they feel secure, which then turns out anxiety.
- Lori Lite -
Author of Stress-Free Kids.
INTRO:
A few activities & techniques
for Teaching Mindfulness to Children
The best way to show students how to be mindful is to practice it in class. Use these 6 engaging mindfulness activities for kids to help your students hone their self-awareness and self-regulation skills.
Mindfulness for Kids
Through mindfulness children learn how to process their emotions and connect with other people in healthy ways.

Mindfulness involves both an awareness and acceptance of the world around us and our internal experiences.[3] Mindful people tend to focus more on the present instead of ruminating on the past or future, and they cultivate a curiosity towards their thoughts, emotions, or physical sensations.
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According to brain imaging research, practicing mindfulness can alter brain structure in a way that can improve a student’s reaction to stress.[1] It thickens the cerebral cortex, which is responsible for perception and reasoning, and increases blood flow in the brain.[2] And not only does mindfulness training reduce stress levels, it can also help alleviate anxiety or depression.[4,5]

It can be especially helpful for children with learning disabilities, particularly attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). One study found that children with learning disabilities who received mindfulness training earned better grades and had lower instances of emotional disruption in comparison to before they started the program.[6] Children with special needs can also learn social-emotional skills through mindfulness that can help them connect with their peers.[7]
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Sources:
[1] Davidson, R. and Lutz, A. Buddha’s brain: neuroplasticity and meditation. IEEE Signal Process Magazine, 2008, 25(1), pp. 174–176.
[2] Weare, K. Evidence for the Impact of Mindfulness on Children and Young People. The Mindfulness in Schools Project, April 2012, pp. 1-12.
[4] Napoli, M.N., Krech, P.R., and Holley, L.C. Mindfulness Training for Elementary School Students. Journal of Applied School Psychology, 2005, 21(1), pp. 99-125.
[5] Meiklejohn, J. et. al. Integrating Mindfulness Training into K-12 Education: Fostering the Resilience of Teachers and Students. Mindfulness, 3(4), pp. 291-307.
[6] Leland, M. Mindfulness and Student Success. Journal of Adult Education, 2015, 44(1), pp. 19-24.
[7] Benn, R., Akiva, T., Arel, S., and Roeser, R. W. Mindfulness training effects for parents and educators of children with special needs. Developmental Psychology, 2012, 48(5), pp. 1476-87.