8 Week Mindfulness Curriculum for Kids

8-Week Afterschool Program (Grades K–3)

Help children build emotional awareness, resilience, and calm through this ready-to-run 8-week mindfulness program designed specifically for afterschool settings, classrooms, and enrichment programs.

The Mindfulness Club is a hands-on, engaging curriculum that blends movement, breathing, emotional literacy, creativity, and reflection. Each week focuses on a new theme and includes structured lesson plans, interactive games, printables, and discussion prompts that make mindfulness accessible, playful, and meaningful for kids.

Perfect for:

• Afterschool programs

• Schools & classrooms

• Wellness clubs

• Youth enrichment providers

• Counselors & educators

What’s Included

✔ 8 fully planned workshops (one per week)

✔ Clear lesson structure for each session:

• Minds-On discussion

• Exploration activity

• Closing circle & reflection

✔ Weekly themes:

1. Building Connections & Self-Esteem

2. Mindfulness & the Five Senses

3. Emotions & Emotional Expression

4. Breathing & Calm-Down Strategies

5. Coping Skills (Breathing & Beyond)

6. Creating a Calm Spot (Visualization)

7. Mindful Movement

8. Gratitude & Program Wrap-Up

✔ Printable resources for every workshop, including:

• Dice games & reflection cards

• Charades & role-play activities

• Breathing and coping tools

• Calm-spot visualization prompts

• Mindful movement activities

• Gratitude reflections & wrap-up activities

✔ Low-prep & flexible

• Black-and-white printables

• Easy to laminate or reuse

• Works for small groups or whole classes

✔ Designed to support SEL

Children learn to:

• Identify and express emotions

• Regulate their nervous system

• Develop coping strategies

• Build empathy and self-awareness

• Practice gratitude and reflection