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Materials Needed:
Paper (preferably A4 or larger)
Pencils, crayons, or markers
Step-by-Step Instructions :
Invite children to sit comfortably and notice their breathing for a few moments.
Ask children to imagine that their breath can become a line on paper.
Children begin drawing lines while slowly breathing in and out.
Encourage children to notice how faster breathing creates different lines than slower breathing.
Guide children to slow their breathing and draw calmer, smoother lines for a few minutes.
At the end, briefly ask children how their body feels after drawing and breathing slowly.
Signs the Activity Is Working:
Children calm down
Children focus longer
Children follow instructions
Safety & Wellbeing Notes:
There is no correct or incorrect way to draw; avoid evaluating drawings.
Some children may become frustrated with drawing — allow free expression without pressure.
If children become restless, shorten the activity or allow movement breaks.
Home Adaptation :
Parents can invite children to draw lines while taking slow breaths before bedtime or after an emotional moment.
Materials parents need: paper and crayons or pencils.
Parent instructions: ask the child to draw their breathing slowly and notice how their body feels as they calm down.
Source/ Contributor Information:
https://creativityintherapy.com/2017/08/drawing-your-breath-a-mindful-art-exercise/ Creativity in Therapy / USA / Carolyn Mehlomakulu
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