Breathing Buddy Activity for Kids (K-1) – Fun Mindfulness and Relaxation Exercise

Need a fun and simple way to teach your little ones how to relax and focus? Meet the Breathing Buddy Activity—perfect for kids in grades K-1! This Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) resource helps kids practice mindfulness and deep breathing by using a small stuffed animal or beanbag as their “Breathing Buddy.”

This calming activity guides children through a mindful breathing exercise where they watch their Breathing Buddy rise and fall with each breath, helping them focus, relax, and find a moment of calm. Plus, with step-by-step scripts and printables for both parents and teachers, it’s a breeze to introduce mindfulness whether you’re at home or in the classroom.

What’s Included:

• Breathing Buddy Instructions Card: Simple instructions for guiding the breathing exercise with your little one.
• Mindfulness Coloring Page: A creative activity to reinforce mindfulness after the breathing exercise.
• Breathing Buddy Certificate: Celebrate your child’s progress with a special certificate after completing the activity.
• Reflection Questions Sheet: Questions to encourage kids to think about how the exercise made them feel.
• Breathing Tracker: A fun way to track daily mindfulness practice and celebrate milestones.

Why Parents & Teachers Will Love It:

• Easy, Relaxing, and Fun: With clear instructions and printables, this activity is both fun and calming for kids.
• Supports Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Kids learn to focus, self-regulate, and relax through simple mindfulness.
• Perfect for Home or Classroom: With separate scripts for parents and teachers, you’re covered no matter where you are!
• Builds Emotional Awareness: Helps kids reflect on their feelings and learn how to calm themselves when they’re feeling overwhelmed.

If you’re ready to introduce mindfulness and breathing exercises in a fun, engaging way, the Breathing Buddy Activity is just what you need. Perfect for home or classroom use to help little ones relax and focus!