Mindful Breathing Techniques for Kids | Rainbow Breathing, Shape Tracing, & Calm Down Activities

Help your students regulate their emotions and develop lifelong calming strategies with these Mindful Breathing Techniques for Kids. This 14-page printable resource is packed with engaging visuals and simple breathing activities designed for the primary classroom, calm down corners, or social-emotional learning sessions.

From tracing rainbows to “smelling the flowers” and “blowing out the candles,” these imaginative exercises give children concrete, visual tools for slowing down and managing their feelings.

What’s Included:

• Rainbow Breathing Visual
  Trace the rainbow while practising slow, intentional breathing
• Shape Tracing Breath Cards
  Finger trace shapes like stars, hearts, clouds and spirals while breathing in and out
• Simple Breathing Prompts
  “Smell the flowers” and “blow out the candles” visuals to guide deep breaths
• Calming Visuals & Posters
  Use as anchor charts, wall displays, or individual student tools
• Easy-to-follow instructions for each activity
  Perfect for classroom teachers, counsellors, and caregivers

Why You’ll Love It:

• Builds emotional regulation and self-awareness skills
• No prep needed – print-and-go format
• Child-friendly, concrete breathing visuals ideal for early learners
• Great addition to a calm down corner, SEL routine, or classroom brain breaks
• Encourages mindfulness, focus, and emotional control

File Format:

• 14-page non-editable PDF
• Best suited for Grades K–3
• Use in morning meetings, transition times, or when emotions run high

Give your students the tools to manage stress and emotions with this breathing activity pack that makes mindfulness accessible, fun, and effective.