Lesson

Mindfulness Outdoors

Mindfulness is paying attention to what is occurring in the present moment with openness, curiosity, and kindness for ourselves. In our busy world, it can be important for us to schedule the time to be present with our own bodies and minds. Simply sitting outside in nature can allow room for noticing and appreciating the natural world around us as well as taking notice of our own thoughts, feelings, and sensations as they arise in the body.

a Black girl wearing a school uniform and binoculars around her neck drawing with colored pencils while sitting outside

Time Required 10-25 minutes per prompt (5 prompts are provided)

All required materials for this lesson can be found below.

Vocabulary List

a Black man wearing safety gear while holding a toolbox stands in a grass field with solar panels in the background

Additional Activities

Green Careers

Ask your students a series of "would you rather" questions that lead them to green careers that might suit their personalities.

woman wearing outdoor gear kneeling in a wooded area checking on a camera trap that's attached to a tree

Additional Activities

Drawing Conclusions

Help your students challenge stereotypes and explore their understanding of what a conservationist is.

two brown, orange, and tan foxes with open mouths facing each other with snow in the background

Additional Activities

Conservation Conversations

Encourage your students to explore and articulate their personal beliefs about nature and wildlife conservation.