Series 4 Episode 3 Mindful Movements

Helping children use their bodies to feel calm, steady, and present

In this energising and grounding episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison, children discover that mindfulness isn’t just about stillness—it can happen through movement too. Through Oliver’s story and three easy movement exercises, pupils learn how stretching, posing, and gentle motion can help them feel strong and settled, especially during moments of restlessness or nervousness.

This episode encourages children to tune into their bodies and find strength in movement—an empowering and accessible path to calm and self-awareness.

What’s Included:

• Guided Audio Episode – A clear, calming story session that guides children through mindful movement techniques. Transcript included for flexible and inclusive delivery.

• Pupil Workbook (UK and US English) – An 8-page printable journal featuring reflection tasks, three movement routines, a mindful drawing activity, and a weekly challenge.

• Teacher Guide – A 12-page support guide offering structured teaching steps, movement modelling tips, vocabulary scaffolds, and creative extension ideas.

Key Themes:

• Our bodies and feelings are closely connected

• Mindful movement can help us release tension and restore calm

• Three guided movements: Tree Pose, Shoulder Rolls, The Slow Stretch

• Physical strategies for managing nerves, wobbles, and low energy

Learning Outcomes:

• Pupils learn to notice physical signs of emotion and respond with movement

• Children practise three body-based tools to support emotional regulation

• Drawing and journaling deepen self-awareness and reinforce body-mind connection

• Creative reflection and challenges support everyday use of movement for calm

This episode gives children practical, movement-based ways to take control of how they feel—helping them stand tall, breathe deeply, and feel grounded, one calm movement at a time.