Activity: Heartbeat Exercise
Paying attention to one’s heartbeat has a role in many mindfulness exercises and activities. To begin, tell your child to jump up and down in place or do jumping jacks for one minute.
When they have finished, have them sit down and put a hand over their heart. Instruct them to close their eyes and pay attention only to their heartbeat and, perhaps, their breath as well.
This exercise teaches children to notice their heartbeat, and use it as a tool to help their focus.
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