Snake Deep Breathing Exercise

Another simple mindfulness  exercise for kids- a snake deep breathing exercise. This snake breath is a really simple breath to practice with kids during play. They can then use it when they need use breathwork or mindfulness in a situation. 

Deep Breathing

Deep breathing exercises are designed to support self-regulation, mindfulness   and brain break needs. 

Many times, kids can struggle at home and school with anger or frustration and they lack the coping strategies needed in those situations. They require tools to improve self-regulation. This can occur both at school and home.

Children, like adults, experience worry and anxiety, fears and can be nervous in life situations and having simple strategies on hand can help them cope during the day. 

One way to do this is to use mindfulness strategies like deep breathing exercises. 

Children who practice mindfulness will find it much easier to focus and actively engage in the classroom. Practicing mindfulness  and breathing exercises can be very powerful for kids as they grow and navigate the world we live in. Students in the classroom who use mindfulness   will bring a sense of collective calm to the space as well making the learning environment more favorable for everyone.  Incorporating mindfulness  can be fun ! 

Making deep breathing fun and combining it with this snake breath can help kids practice their breath and use breathing as a way to cope or calm down.  

That is where this snake breathing activity comes in.

Snake Deep Breathing:

Snake Breath

How to:

1. Take a large deep breath in through your nose 
2. As you breathe out, “HISSSSS” like a snake. 

Ways to Use:

1. Use this Poster as a Printable and hang it in the classroom, therapy room or at home. 
2. Use this snake deep breathing exercise as a brain break before, after or in the middle of a therapy or class session. 

Let me know if you used this breath and how your kids enjoyed it!

If you liked this breath, check out some of my other breaths:

1. Witch’s Breath 
2. Cat’s Breath 
3. Belly Breathing for Kids 
4. Hot Soup Breath