"I can feel Bart the Bunny moving with my stomach as I breathe. He feels very close to me, and it's making me feel calm and safe."

Tia can't wait for a big day of soccer with her friend Dwight - but when Dwight loses their ball, sadness takes over! Luckily, Tia knows just what to do. With a little breathing exercise and a lot of friendship, she helps Dwight feel better and reminds us that sometimes the best adventures begin with a deep breath and a helping hand.

In this lesson, students learn about friendship and how to recognize their emotions and physical feelings by practicing mindful breathing with the help of a small stuffed "buddy." Through a simple breathing exercise, students explore how slowing down and noticing their body can help them feel calmer and more in control when emotions get strong. They also practice friendship by using kind, encouraging words during the breathing activity.