Take 5 Deep Breaths

Overview:

Students breathe in through their noses for a count of five, hold the air for three, and then breathe out through their mouths for 7 counts. Each time, ask students to fill more of their body with breath.

During this routine, learners...

Develop healthy habits.

During this routine, teachers...

Create a safe classroom environment and convey their care for student wellbeing.

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Image Citation

Waiting for the arrival of the bus. We’re the fresh air kids. Everybody take a deep breath now! Feels Fine! Try it Again!! Brooklyn Health Centers. 191, Williamsburg Health Centre. Brooklyn United States New York State New York, None. [Between 1919 and 1929] [Photograph] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2017678312/.