Exploring Mindfulness for All Ages

What is the main focus of this week's lesson?

• Mathematics

• Mindfulness

• Science

• History

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Why is mindfulness important?

• It enhances memory.

• It improves physical strength.

• It helps in learning new languages.

• It helps in reducing stress and increasing happiness.

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does 'emphasizes' mean in the context of mindfulness?

• To highlight as very important

• To criticize

• To forget

• To ignore

What is the prefrontal cortex responsible for?

• Digesting food

• Controlling reflexes

• Regulating heart rate

• Making good choices and learning

True or False: Mindfulness helps develop the prefrontal cortex.

• True

• False

What is one benefit of practicing mindfulness from a young age?

• It helps in becoming better at it over time.

• It helps you run faster.

• It makes you taller.

• It improves your singing skills.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of mindfulness?

• Increasing happiness

• Improving focus

• Learning new languages

• Reducing stress

What should you do during a mindful walk?

• Close your eyes

• Point out and talk about little things

• Walk as fast as possible

• Run backwards

What is a good mindfulness exercise to do in the evening?

• Running

• Playing a game of 'I Spy'

• Brushing your teeth

• Stretching

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is the purpose of the 'one good thing' exercise at the end of the day?

• To clean your room

• To relive a positive moment and feel grateful

• To plan the next day

• To write a to-do list

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5