Growing Calm: A Kingdom Breathing Lesson
A gentle 15-minute lesson helping young children notice big feelings and practice 'Kingdom breaths' to find their calm, steady center — inspired by the word Equanimity.
Learning Objectives
- Name one big feeling
- Practice a calming breath
- Notice how calm feels in the body
Materials
- Open floor space
- Optional: a soft toy or 'calm stone'
Lesson Flow
1. Circle Time (3 min)
Gather children and ask: 'What does a stormy feeling feel like inside?' Let a few share. Introduce that everyone has a calm, quiet lake inside them.
2. Kingdom Breaths (7 min)
Lead three slow breaths together: breathe in like smelling a cookie, breathe out like cooling it down. Repeat, placing hands on tummies to feel the calm.
3. Story Moment (5 min)
Share how Sir Gingerman stays calm during a storm by taking Kingdom breaths, showing equanimity — a calm, steady feeling even when things are bumpy.
Discussion Prompts
- When is a good time to take Kingdom breaths?
- What is your calm place?
Closing Reflection
Family Connection (Take-Home)
Kingdom Words to Weave In
equanimity
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