Considering it's -46 C as I type this, I think it's a perfectly good time to share this winter deep breathing exercise for kids.
After all, nothing beats a good warm toque (aka winter hat) on a cold winter day. Except for maybe hibernating. But let's be honest, that's not really an option. These temperatures are a regular occurrence during the winter months on the Canadian prairies.
So when your kids complain about yet another indoor recess and are easily frustrated because they haven't been getting the body breaks outdoors they need, then you'll want to pull out this free mindfulness poster to help your kids cope and self-regulate.
A Simple Breathing Exercise for Kids with a Winter Twist
Have you heard of the triangle breathing technique before?
Well, that was the inspiration for this winter hat themed breathing exercise.
About the Free Printable Winter Deep Breathing Exercise Poster
This one page printable offers a simple deep breathing technique using a winter hat (or toque here in Canada, eh?) theme.
As for how to do the actual deep breathing technique, simply trace the arrows along the outside of the hat and follow the instructions. Breathe in. Hold. Breathe out. Repeat.