Last week, our class had our last guidance session with Mr. Malinowski until after the holidays.
We decided to make it an extra special class. The students were read aloud the book, Moody Cow Meditates by Kerry Lee MacLean. This book was about a cow having a VERY bad day and using a strategy his grandfather taught him to settle his mind and body.
After hearing the book, the student brainstormed things that mad them frustrated, anxious or mad. Then the students made their own calming mind jars. With each pinch of glitter, the students thought about the items on their list that made them anxious and added it to their jar.
To use the jar, you need to shake it a few times while thinking about what makes you frustrated. Then, place the jar on a flat surface and watch the glitter sink to the bottom. While the glitter swirls around the jar, focus on your breathing. When all the glitter is settled at the bottom, your mind and body will be calmer.
Some students decided to leave their jars at school, while others decided to bring them home.
