Are you a fan of gingerbread cookies? My youngest really likes them, but I don't make them ever. They seem like so much work. The closest I've come to making gingerbread cookies is this I spy game and that's definitely not edible.
So when I was making some deep breathing mindfulness posters for Christmas, I knew I had to include a gingerbread man exercise.
This gingerbread themed deep breathing exercise is perfect for kids of all ages.
A Simple Breathing Exercise for Kids with a Christmas Twist
Like the wreath breathing exercise, this technique combines counting with breathing. It only involves counting to three, making it a great technique to try with really young kids, such as toddlers.
You point to his buttons and breathe in and out while you do.
I have to admit though that all I can think of is the movie Shrek when the gingerbread man says, "Not my gumdrop buttons!" Quoting from movies is what I do...I can't help it!
About the Free Printable Christmas Deep Breathing Exercise Poster
This one page printable offers a simple deep breathing technique using a gingerbread man theme. I highly recommend laminating the poster for durability.
As for how to do the actual deep breathing technique, simply count and breathe by following the instructions on the printable. And repeat as needed.
Download the Free Gingerbread Deep Breathing Poster
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