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Lesson 1: Relaxation: yoga

Learning about the importance of relaxation, pupils practise yoga stretches.
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1. Recap and recall

Before starting this unit, you might want to check that the children can recall from the previous 'Health and wellbeing' topics:

  • Different techniques for rest and relaxation (e.g. breathing techniques, stretches, laughter or visualisation techniques.)

  • Growth mindset vs fixed mindset.

  • What is meant by mental health.

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Assessment – RSE & PSHE Y5: Health and wellbeing
Lesson 1: Relaxation: yoga
Lesson 2: The importance of restLesson 3: Embracing failureLesson 4: Going for goalsLesson 5: Taking responsibility for my feelingsLesson 6: Healthy mealsLesson 7: Sun safety
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