“Mindfulness and Me” – Students Value A Moment to Breathe
Over the course of the year, high school students learn to slow down, let go, and find peace through daily mindfulness exercises.
Author: Kevin Sandness
“I Am Mindful” – Sparking Self-Acceptance in the Classroom
Students rarely slow down during the day. When they do, it allows them to turn inward and embrace themselves exactly as they are. This is Dylan's story.
“What Is Mindfulness?” – Awakening Kindness and Curiosity at School
High school students tell their story of learning to pay attention to the here and now. Their teacher, Ms. O, observes a meaningful shift in the classroom.
“Arrive” – A Mindful Minute Helps Students Arrive in the Classroom
At the start of class, Ms. O guides her students in a simple meditation. This allows them to quiet their nervous systems and get ready to learn.
“Release” – A Whirlwind of Daily Pressures: How Students Cope
Middle school students manage the whirlwind of everyday pressures using the gentle skills of mindful attention. Created by filmmaker Julie Bayer Salzman.
“Just Breathe” – How Can Children Process Difficult Emotions?
In this powerful short film, watch and hear from elementary school students learning to use mindfulness to navigate complex feelings.
“Room to Breathe” – Transforming a Public Middle School Community
Faced with overwhelming behavioral and learning challenges, a public middle school in San Francisco decided to try something completely different.
“Healthy Habits of Mind” – The Science of Compassion
This documentary explores how neurobiology explains the value of mindfulness in education. “Healthy Habits of Mind” was created by filmmaker Mette Bahn.