| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Art |
| What topic | Mindfulness |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Mindfulness in Art
Art
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Mindfulness | 5 minutes | Briefly explain mindfulness and its significance in art. Show examples of art created mindfully. |
| 2 | Instructions for Activity | 5 minutes | Distribute mindfulness cards and explain how to use them during the exercise. Instruct students to focus on their feelings as they create. |
| 3 | Mindful Art Creation | 15 minutes | Students fill in their cards while creating art. Encourage them to be present and express what they feel. Play calm music in the background if desired. |
| 4 | Reflection and Collection | 5 minutes | Collect the mindfulness cards, either randomly or check for completion without presentations. Facilitate a brief discussion on their experience. |
| 5 | Wrap Up and Homework Assignment | 5 minutes | Summarise the lesson, highlighting the benefits of mindfulness. Assign a reflective drawing as homework: create a piece that represents a mindful moment. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to explore a fascinating topic - Mindfulness in Art. Can anyone tell me what they think mindfulness is? [Pause for responses] That's right! Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment and paying attention to our thoughts and feelings without judgment.
Now, let’s take a look at some art created mindfully. [Show examples of mindfulness art] As you can see, these artworks reflect the artists' emotions, thoughts, and experiences. Throughout this lesson, we will also create art while being mindful. This will help us to express ourselves and focus on the present moment. Sounds exciting, right?"
"Now, let's get started with our activity! I’m going to hand out some mindfulness cards to each of you. [Distribute mindfulness cards] These cards are blank for you to fill in with your feelings, thoughts, or even images as you create your art.
While you are working on your cards, I want you to pay close attention to how you are feeling. What emotions come up as you create? Remember, there are no right or wrong ways to express yourself. Just focus on being present in the moment and allow your creativity to flow freely.
Now, pick up your markers, colored pencils, or watercolors, and let's create!"
“Time to get creative! You have the next 15 minutes to fill in your mindfulness cards and create your art. Remember to focus on your feelings and thoughts. If you feel comfortable, you can also let your mind wander and capture whatever comes to you in your artwork.
I'll play some calm, instrumental music in the background to help you relax and concentrate. [Start playing music] Feel free to use any colors or techniques you like, and try to enjoy this time to create. Let’s begin!”
“Okay, everyone! Time’s up! Please put your art supplies down and take a moment to appreciate what you have created.
Now, I will be collecting the mindfulness cards. You can either hand them in to me or leave them on your desks for me to collect. [Collect cards]
Let’s take a few moments to share our experience. How did it feel to create art mindfully? [Facilitate brief discussion] Did anyone notice emotions or thoughts that surprised them? It’s great to see how art can help us reflect on our feelings!”
"To wrap up our lesson today, we've seen how mindfulness can be integrated into our art-making process. Remember, engaging in mindfulness not only enhances our creativity but also helps us better understand our emotions and thoughts.
For homework, I’d like you to create a drawing that represents a moment of mindfulness you experienced today or at any other time. You can express anything that comes to mind, but remember, this is for you, so there's no need to present it in our next class. Just bring it with you!
Thank you for participating today. I look forward to seeing your mindful creations in our next lesson!"
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is mindfulness? | |
| How does mindfulness relate to art creation? | |
| What materials did we use for the mindfulness cards? | |
| How can paying attention to your feelings enhance the art-making process? | |
| What emotions or thoughts did you notice during the mindful art creation? | |
| Why is it important that there are no right or wrong ways to express yourself in art? | |
| What kind of music was played during the activity, and how did it affect your concentration? | |
| How can creating art mindfully help you reflect on your feelings? | |
| What was your experience when you created art today? | |
| What is the homework assignment related to mindfulness and art? |