312-224-2536 cs@myibsource.com
WELCOME TO IB SOURCE Discover A World of Educational resources
IB Source Education
Cart 0
  • IB Diploma
    • Language and Literature
      • Language and Literature
      • Literature A
    • DP Language Acquisition
      • Spanish
      • French
      • German
    • DP Individuals and Societes
      • Business Management
      • Economics
      • History
      • Global Politics
      • Geography
      • Psychology (2025)
    • DP Mathematics
      • Applications and Interpretation
      • Analysis and Approaches
    • DP Experimental Sciences
      • Biology
      • Chemistry
      • Computer Science
      • Environmental Systems & Societies
      • Physics
      • Sports Exercise and Health Science
  • Middle Years Programme
    • Mathematics
    • Sciences
    • Individuals & Societies
    • Language & Literature
    • Languages
    • Physical Education
    • Arts
    • Design
  • Core IB Resources
    • IB Student Planners
    • Approaches to Learning
    • Theory of Knowledge
    • Wellbeing and Mindfulness
    • Social-Emotional Learning
  • Updated Curriculums
    • DP Psychology (2025)
    • DP Extended Essay (2025)
    • DP Visual Arts (2025)
    • DP Computer Science (2025)
    • Sports Exercise and Health Science (2024)
    • DP Global Politics (2024)
    • Environmental Systems & Societies (2024)
  • Social-Emotional Learning
    • SEL Workbooks
    • Print and Go Lessons
    • SEL Digital Subscriptions
  • Teacher Resources
    • Biology
    • Business Management
    • Economics
    • Environmental Systems and Societies
    • Global Politics
    • History
    • Language and Literature
    • Social Emotional Learning
    • Sports Exercise and Health Science
    • Free Stuff
My Account
Log in Register
IB Source Education
  • IB Diploma
    • Language and Literature
      • Language and Literature
      • Literature A
    • DP Language Acquisition
      • Spanish
      • French
      • German
    • DP Individuals and Societes
      • Business Management
      • Economics
      • History
      • Global Politics
      • Geography
      • Psychology (2025)
    • DP Mathematics
      • Applications and Interpretation
      • Analysis and Approaches
    • DP Experimental Sciences
      • Biology
      • Chemistry
      • Computer Science
      • Environmental Systems & Societies
      • Physics
      • Sports Exercise and Health Science
  • Middle Years Programme
    • Mathematics
    • Sciences
    • Individuals & Societies
    • Language & Literature
    • Languages
    • Physical Education
    • Arts
    • Design
  • Core IB Resources
    • IB Student Planners
    • Approaches to Learning
    • Theory of Knowledge
    • Wellbeing and Mindfulness
    • Social-Emotional Learning
  • Updated Curriculums
    • DP Psychology (2025)
    • DP Extended Essay (2025)
    • DP Visual Arts (2025)
    • DP Computer Science (2025)
    • Sports Exercise and Health Science (2024)
    • DP Global Politics (2024)
    • Environmental Systems & Societies (2024)
  • Social-Emotional Learning
    • SEL Workbooks
    • Print and Go Lessons
    • SEL Digital Subscriptions
  • Teacher Resources
    • Biology
    • Business Management
    • Economics
    • Environmental Systems and Societies
    • Global Politics
    • History
    • Language and Literature
    • Social Emotional Learning
    • Sports Exercise and Health Science
    • Free Stuff
Account Wishlist Cart 0

Search our store

IB Source Education
Account Wishlist Cart 0
Popular Searches:
T-Shirt Blue Jacket
IB Ready to Teach

A peaceful classroom: daily mindfulness activities

by Janna Nobleza on Jan 30, 2023
A peaceful classroom: daily mindfulness activities
Sometimes it can feel like a lot to incorporate “one more thing” into our already busy classroom routines, so here are five simple ways to incorporate mindfulness into everyday activities so your students can get the benefits without stressing YOU out.

Mindful moments - take one minute at the beginning or end of a lesson to encourage students to slow down, take a few deep breaths and check in with themselves.

Mindful listening - as you’re giving directions or explaining a concept in class, encourage students to use mindful listening to be fully present and hear everything you are saying.  You can also incorporate a moment of mindful listening as a brain break and allow students to listen to the noises of the classroom or a piece of music.
Mindful movement - when students are going to and from class, lunch, or the playground, encourage them to pay attention to how their feet move and what it feels like for each step to land on the ground.
 
Mindful eating - during snack and meal time, encourage students to slow down and notice more about their food - what is the texture? Flavor? Consistency? Does it change as they chew? What do they notice about their experience of eating when they slow it down and pay closer attention?

Mindful connection - be intentional about connecting with students directly and individually even if it is only for a few seconds and encourage students to connect with one another in meaningful ways - by sharing a compliment, asking a question, or just smiling and making eye contact.  Many students crave connection and feel rewarded when they are seen.


The key to incorporating mindfulness into everyday activities is just to slow down and experience the present moment in whatever way makes the most sense for each situation.

Want to learn more?

Check out our teacher workshops!

The Well-Being Workshop bundle complements this topic well by focusing on mindfulness, teaching responsible decision-making, and health well-being topics. Check it out!
Tags: Classroom management, Mindfulness, Self-management, Teacher Tools, Trauma-informed teaching, Well-being
Previous
See something, say something: teaching students to be an upstander
Next
Unpack the key changes to the IBDP Biology course

Related Articles

Unpack the key changes to the IBDP Sports, Exercise and Health Science course

Unpack the key changes to the IBDP Sports, Exercise and Health Science course

IB Source to donate over 25,000 books

IB Source to donate over 25,000 books

Unpack the key changes to the IBDP Environmental Systems & Societies course

Unpack the key changes to the IBDP Environmental Systems & Societies course

Unpack the key changes to the 2024 IBDP Global Politics course

Unpack the key changes to the 2024 IBDP Global Politics course

Tags

  • Career Program
  • Classroom management
  • DP Biology
  • DP Environmental Systems and Societies
  • DP Global Politics
  • DP Sports Exercise & Health Science
  • External Assessment
  • Growth Mindset
  • IB
  • IBDP
  • Internal Assessment
  • Mindfulness
  • Planning
  • Relationship skills
  • Responsible decision-making
  • SEL Foundations
  • Self-management
  • Teacher Tools
  • Trauma-informed teaching
  • Well-being

Instagram

Global Headquarters

516 North Ogden Ave, Suite 111,
Chicago, IL 60642

312-224-2536 cs@myibsource.com

CUSTOMER SERVICE

  • Sample Sign-Up
  • Submit Your Quote or Purchase Order
  • Canada Shipping
  • Download W-9 Tax Form
  • Privacy Policy & Terms of Service
  • Refund Policy

MARKETING ASSETS

  • 2025 IB Source Catalog
  • Free Teacher Resources
  • SEL School Catalog

NEWSLETTER

Enter your email to receive weekly IB updates and get 10% off coupon for all items.

© IB SOURCE EDUCATION 2025. All Right Reserved. This work/product/service has been developed independently from and is not endorsed by the International Baccalaureate Organization. International Baccalaureate®.
Cart 0

Confirm your age

Are you 18 years old or older?

Come back when you're older

Sorry, the content of this store can't be seen by a younger audience. Come back when you're older.

This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Learn more

Shopping Cart

Your cart is currently empty.
Add note for seller
Estimate shipping rates
Add a discount code
Subtotal $0.00
View Cart
close
close
I have a question
sparkles
close
product
Hello! I am very interested in this product.
gift
Special Deal!
sparkles