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Mindful moments

Mindful moments

Playful ways to encourage focus, presence, and calmness through fun, simple activities.

This playlist offers simple, fun, and engaging ways to access mindful moments throughout your day and introduce mindfulness concepts to kids. Whether through breathing exercises, sensory exploration, or quiet reflection, these activities will help the whole family stay present, grounded, and relaxed. It’s about fostering a peaceful state of mind through playful moments of connection.

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71 play ideas for You in Mindful moments

Motivation sprinkles
Motivation sprinkles
A playful ritual to try when someone needs a dash of encouragement or motivation
0m
2m
  ·  connect
Mindful tea break
Mindful tea break
A gentle self-care play idea - making a cup of tea slowly and mindfully. By engaging your senses at each step, you can turn an everyday routine into a grounding ritual of rest, presence, and play.
1m
5m
Listen to a podcast / audiobook
Listen to a podcast / audiobook
A great alternative to screen time, podcasts and audiobooks can invite calm and entertainment into your day without the overstimulation.
1m
30m
Fold me like laundry
Fold me like laundry
A calming, playful ritual where you gently "fold" your child’s body up part by part as if they were laundry. It helps release tension, invites giggles, and creates a mindful moment of connection when big feelings take over.
0m
3m
  ·  connect
Nature spotting
Nature spotting
Transform an ordinary walk by noticing small details in nature. A simple way to slow down, connect with the outdoors, and rediscover everyday wonder.
0m
10m
Paper nail salon
Paper nail salon
Turn a sheet of paper into a playful nail salon for a simple independent play prompt or mindful activity to enjoy together!
2m
20m
  ·  make it
Cover me
Cover me
Let the kids cover you with blankets & cushions while you get a mini rest!
1m
10m
DIY projector
DIY projector
Turn a recycled cardboard tube into a mini projector for simple shadow shows, storytelling and STEM learning!
5m
20m
  ·  make it
Bouncing bubbles recipe
Bouncing bubbles recipe
Make extra strong bubbles you can catch and bounce from everyday kitchen ingredients
5m
20m
  ·  make it
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What's on my bum?
What's on my bum?
A hilarious sensory guessing game that gets lots of giggles and builds body awareness.
1m
5m

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