Balloon Breathing Activity for Kids (K-1) – Fun Mindfulness Exercise to Manage Big Emotions

Looking for a simple, fun way to help your little ones calm down when those big emotions hit? The Balloon Breathing Activity is perfect for kids in grades K-1! This Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) resource teaches a super easy deep-breathing technique that helps kids relax by imagining their bellies as balloons they inflate and deflate. It’s like a magic trick to help them feel calm and in control!

Whether you’re a parent or a teacher, this activity is super easy to lead. With scripts, printables, and fun reflection sheets, kids will not only learn how to breathe mindfully but also reflect on how it makes them feel.

What’s Inside:

• Breathing Technique Visual Aids: Cute visual guides showing the balloon breathing steps.
• Instructions Poster: A handy poster to remind kids of how and when to use balloon breathing.
• Reflection Sheets: Kids can track their feelings before and after using the technique and reflect on how it made them feel.

Why Parents & Teachers Will Love It:

• Simple and Fun: No prep needed—just follow our script or outline, and you’re ready to help kids calm down!
• Supports Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Helps kids manage their big emotions by learning to breathe deeply and relax.
• Perfect for Home or Classroom: Includes separate guides and scripts for parents and teachers.
• Builds Emotional Awareness: Helps kids understand how breathing can make them feel better and more in control.

So if you’re ready to give your kiddos a magical tool to calm down and feel better when they’re overwhelmed, the Balloon Breathing Activity is perfect for you—whether you’re at home, in the classroom, or just hanging out with your little ones!