‘Moon Mission Breathing’: Finger Breathing Labyrinth Map with Calm Scribble (Mission Launchpad Programme)

‘Moon Mission Breathing’ breathing technique is a helpful strategy for promoting calmness before bedtime, during times of BIG feelings throughout the day and to support emotional regulation throughout the day.

This resource has been inspired by the NASA Artemis II mission to the moon and back to earth again!

Deep breathing helps to slow our heart rate down and helps our bodies to relax, feel back in control and to remove the emotions from the driving seat.

Suitable for EYFS, KS1, and Ks2.

How could this resource be used?

To support understanding of how to calm down BIG feelings in action.
To promote healthy sleep hygiene routines and daily practice when using this strategy to support sleep. To understand the benefits of sleep and how it affects our mood not just our physical health.
To use breathing strategies to manage BIG feelings and tricky emotions throughout the day as a grounding technique and supportive coping strategies.

Relevant Curriculum Links

England PSHE Statutory Curriculum Strands:

KS1: H4. about why sleep is important and different ways to rest and relax.
KS1: H17. about things that help people feel good (e.g. playing outside, doing things they enjoy, spending time with family, getting enough sleep).
KS2: H16. about strategies and behaviours that support mental health — including how good quality sleep, physical exercise/time outdoors, being involved in community groups, doing things for others, clubs, and activities, hobbies and spending time with family and friends can support mental health and wellbeing.
KS2: H8. about how sleep contributes to a healthy lifestyle; routines that support good quality sleep; the effects of lack of sleep on the body, feelings, behaviour and ability to learn.

Scottish Health and Wellbeing Curriculum Outcome(s):

I am aware of the role physical activity plays in keeping me healthy and know that I also need to sleep and rest, to look after my body. HWB 1-27a.
I can explain why I need to be active on a daily basis to maintain good health and try to achieve a good balance of sleep, rest and physical activity. HWB 2-27a / HWB 3-27a.