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Mindfulness Exercises to Help Kids Calm, Recharge, and Refocus their Brains

February 16, 2026 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

In our distraction-filled world, we are all desperately in need of strategies to help us clear, calm, and focus our busy minds. This is especially true for kids and teens who are constantly on the go. Practicing mindfulness can be a simple and effective solution to help kids and young adults relax their minds and […]

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How Mindfulness Strengthens Executive Functioning Skills

October 22, 2025 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

How Mindfulness Strengthens Executive Functioning Skills

Mindfulness is the practice of turning your attention inward to focus on the current moment. While mindful practices are well-known for their abilities to create calm and relaxation, mindfulness also plays a critical role in sharpening our executive functioning skills. This means that we can harness the power of mindfulness to help kids and teens […]

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12 Simple Ways to Practice Mindfulness

December 19, 2022 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

Mindfulness is a self-regulation strategy. With practice, it can help us feel calm, confident, and focused. And while it’s very helpful for us, as adults, mindfulness is a powerful skill we can teach to children and young adults. The goal of this article is to promote simple mindful strategies you can try with your students […]

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20+ Hands-On Mindfulness Tools for Kids & Teens

February 15, 2022 by pathway2success 2 Comments

Mindfulness is learning to be present in the moment. This practice can be a critical self-regulation strategy for children and teens (and adults too, of course). There are lots of benefits to practicing mindfulness including improved self-regulation skills, support managing emotions, and creating a sense of calm. So, it’s fair to say that this is […]

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18 Mindfulness Activities for Outdoors

June 23, 2020 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

Mindfulness is a critical self-regulation strategy for people of all ages. It can help us feel calm, focused, and in control. Learning to be mindful doesn’t have to be confined to the four walls of a building or classroom. In fact, there are numerous opportunities to practice mindful activities outside. Here are a few outdoor […]

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Mindfulness Resources

Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment. Learning to be mindful can help kids and teens improve focus, strengthen emotional regulation skills, and develop a sense of calm. It can also serve as a healthy coping strategy to manage stress. Learn more about mindfulness here or use the resources below to teach […]

Mindfulness

Understanding Mindfulness Mindfulness is the practice of learning to be present in the moment. By learning to focus on the moment, kids and young adults are actually practicing self-regulation skills. This helps learners check in with how they are feeling, what they are thinking, and what they need. Mindfulness can be practiced through a variety […]

Mindfulness Journal Ideas You Can Try Today

January 20, 2020 by pathway2success 1 Comment

Mindfulness journal activities for kids and teens to help feel calm, focused, and happy. Mindful activities teach self-control, emotional management, growth mindset, self-love, and so much more. Use this as a daily morning practice or in your calm down area. Perfect for home or school. This post has printable and ideas you can use right away!

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5 FREE Mindfulness Activities

June 17, 2019 by pathway2success 6 Comments

Mindfulness has been a growing trend with kids and young adults, and I have been a huge supporter from the beginning. About ten years ago, I started practicing yoga, which introduced me to the benefits of deep breathing, meditation, and mindfulness in my own life. Without a doubt, it has made a huge difference for […]

Filed Under: Classroom Management, Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education

10 Mindfulness Activities You Can Try Today

January 4, 2018 by pathway2success 10 Comments

10 Mindfulness Activities You Can Try Today

All kids benefit from practicing mindfulness. Who wouldn’t love the kids and young adults we work with to become more focused, calm, in control, and self-aware? Mindfulness is a technique that can help teach and strengthen those abilities over time. By practicing mindfulness, people can learn to become more aware of their own thoughts, feeling, […]

Filed Under: Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education

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❤️ In most cases, kids aren't going to politely te ❤️ In most cases, kids aren't going to politely tell someone they're struggling with big emotions.

They might, however, act out in ways that come across as challenging to us.

They might refuse to start their assignment, hide under their desk, raise their voice, do things to make others laugh, or just shut down.

This doesn't mean those behaviors are acceptable for their classroom. They're not.

But recognizing that challenging behaviors are often a clue into the bigger picture is incredibly powerful.

So, what can busy educators do?

We can keep building relationships slowly day after day. We can find out what makes each kid smile. We can teach appropriate social skills. We can practice and reinforce classroom routines. We can check in. We can listen to what a child has going on. We can care. We can practice healthy coping skills with ALL learners (because we all need those skills anyway).

And also, we can be kind to ourselves in these challenging times. All educators have a lot on their plates at the moment. Please know you are doing an amazing job.

It's not necessarily an overnight or easy fix (it never is), but we can make baby steps together. That's where the real change happens.

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Back to school FREEBIE headed your way! Going bac Back to school FREEBIE headed your way!

Going back to school can seriously feel daunting for kids. The good news is that we can help cultivate more positive feelings with a little gratitude.

This gratitude activity encourages students to pause and think about what they are grateful for in school, from the big things like meeting new friends to the seemingly small things like the smell of pizza in the cafeteria.

Comment "gratitude" below and I'll send you the link to get your free copy!
🧠 Let's be real - we can all use a boost with our 🧠 Let's be real - we can all use a boost with our focus and attention skills.

Start the year off strong with your students by helping them build focus and attention strategies that work for them.

I designed these step-by-step lessons to provide actionable strategies (not fluff). They teach kids how to calm their bodies and minds, break tasks down, keep a positive mindset, stay engaged even when they feel bored, refocus when they get stuck, and much more.

These are perfect if you're wanting to try something new in your classroom this year to help your learners strengthen their focus and attention skills.

Comment "focus" below and I'll automatically send you the link to check these lessons out!
❤️ A few meaningful questions instead of "How was ❤️ A few meaningful questions instead of "How was your summer?"

What question would you add to this list?
🎉 Build lasting relationships for the entire schoo 🎉 Build lasting relationships for the entire school year with this FREE printable list of over 100 relationship-building questions.

Comment "relationships" and I'll automatically send you the link to grab your copy. ❤️

This is an awesome list to keep at the front board. Whenever you need a quick brain break, pick a question (or have kids pick) and share.

Not only will you learn about your students, but they will learn about each other. Sometimes, it's the small things like learning someone's favorite animal or hearing about a fun hobby they do outside of school.

Sending lots of love for a fantastic back to school season.
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