Mindful Activities for Kids
Mindfulness doesn’t have to be complicated or formal, but it does take practice.
Mindfulness practice can cultivate focus, emotional regulation, and resilience. It can be as simple as bringing awareness to the present moment—“Do you feel the cool breeze on your face while you swing?” or encouraging gratitude, “I am so grateful to be at the park with you on this beautiful day.”—or as structured as an activity like deep breathing or guided imagery
Our collection of free printable mindfulness worksheets and recommended books about mindfulness provide a variety of engaging ways to help kids practice and internalize mindfulness!
Can mindfulness help with anxiety?
By gently guiding attention to the present moment without judgment, mindfulness allows us to observe our thoughts and feelings instead of becoming overwhelmed by them. Through mindfulness techniques, we can learn to self-soothe and manage anxious thoughts through flexibility and compassion.
Check out our free printable mindfulness activities:
I am Grateful
Encouraging kids to express gratitude helps them develop a positive mindset and buffers them against adversity.
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Sensory Collection
This worksheet encourages kids to use their senses to create a collection of objects. Look around the room or venture outside to find things that match the prompt in each box. When the collection is complete, talk about what you found. What senses did you use to find them? Which is your favorite? Why do you like it?
Engaging in sensory activities helps kids practice mindfulness—an essential tool for self-regulation.
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Forest Body Scan
This body scan meditation is crafted with age-appropriate language and imagery to make it easy for kids to follow and enjoy. As they close their eyes and embark on a meditative adventure, the narrator should use a soothing voice to encourage a sense of peace and awareness. These meditations not only promote relaxation, but also help children develop emotional intelligence, resilience, and a positive mindset.
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Five Senses Awareness
Help kids center themselves by bringing awareness to the senses. This mindfulness practice is tailored to captivate attention and instill the art of being present in the moment. As they examine their environment through the senses, children develop emotional resilience, enhanced concentration, and a foundation for lifelong well-being.
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Weekday Sensory Journal
Encourage kids to engage in the present moment with an awareness through touch, taste, sight, sound, and smell. This daily mindfulness journal employs sensory encounters to foster a sense of balance in kids.
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Yoga Sequence for Kids
Designed to blend the magic of movement with the balance of mindfulness, this yoga sequence can help kids self-regulate in times of upset. Yoga practice promotes inner calm and body awareness while fulfilling a need for physical movement.
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Practice mindfulness in nature through sensory exploration. This scavenger hunt inspires an outdoor journey that encourages kids to connect with nature, sharpen their observational skills, and develop a deeper appreciation for the environment around them.
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Foldable Mindfulness “Fortune Teller”
This foldable fortune teller is a fun and engaging way to prompt mindfulness practice with kids. Engage in body stretches, deep breathing, and sensory exploration while meditating on kindness, forgiveness, and gratitude.
Encourage kids to practice on their own or with their friends and family!
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Recommended books that promote mindfulness practice:
