Teacher Mister Alonso: LADYBUG YOGA for Kids! Fun Brain Break on the Rooftops of Paris!

Teaching Tips & Activity Context: In this video, LadyBug takes students on a virtual yoga session on the rooftops of Paris. The beautiful setting and cheerful music create a relaxing and engaging atmosphere for children to practice yoga poses and learn the benefits of stretching and breath control. This video is ideal for a brain break, a midday relaxation session, or a warm-up activity. It can be used in both virtual and in-person learning settings. Skills Focus: - Balance: Students will practice balancing poses like Tree Pose, which help improve their stability and coordination. - Flexibility: The yoga session includes stretches that target different muscle groups and promote flexibility. - Mind-body connection: Through guided breath control and focusing on the body and sensations, students will develop a stronger mind-body connection. Instructional Suggestions: - Before starting the video, set up a quiet and comfortable space in the classroom for students to practice yoga. You can use yoga mats or towels as a substitute. - Remind students to listen to their bodies and only go as far into each pose as feels comfortable. Encourage them to take breaks whenever needed. - For students who have difficulty balancing, invite them to modify the poses by using a chair or having a wall nearby for support. - Consider integrating mindfulness activities before and after the video, such as a brief guided meditation or reflection. Extension Ideas (optional): - After the yoga session, engage students in a discussion about how they felt during the practice. Ask them to describe any sensations or emotions they experienced. - Have students create their own yoga routine based on the poses they learned in the video. They can present their routines to the class or record them to share with family and friends. - Connect the video to a French language lesson by introducing French vocabulary related to yoga and body movements.