ClassX Video Lessons Grade Grade 2 Sesame Street Monster Meditation #1: I-Sense with Cookie Monster and Headspace
Join Cookie Monster and his friend Andy as they discover a fun way to make waiting more exciting! They play a game that helps them pay attention to everything around them. Let’s learn how they do it!
Mindfulness is like a magic trick that helps us pay attention to what’s happening right now. It can make us feel calm and happy. Cookie Monster learns how to use his senses while waiting for his cookies to bake. This is a simple way to practice mindfulness.
Andy shows Cookie Monster a game called “I-Sense.” It’s like “I Spy,” but they use all five senses: smell, touch, sight, hearing, and taste. This game helps them notice everything around them.
First, they use their noses to smell. Cookie Monster sniffs the yummy smell of cookies. Smelling things can remind us of happy times and make us feel good.
Next, they talk about touch. Cookie Monster feels his soft and fluffy fur. Touching things helps us feel connected to the world around us.
Then, Cookie Monster uses his eyes to see Andy and his friends. Seeing things helps us feel like we’re part of a group and makes us happy.
After that, they listen to the sounds around them. Cookie Monster hears different noises. Listening helps us notice things we might miss when we’re busy.
Finally, it’s time to taste! When the cookies are ready, Cookie Monster enjoys eating them. Tasting helps us enjoy our food even more.
By playing this fun game, Cookie Monster learns that using his senses can make waiting more fun. Mindfulness helps us turn boring moments into happy ones. Whether you’re waiting for cookies or just passing time, using your senses can make everything more enjoyable!
Sensory Scavenger Hunt: Go on a sensory scavenger hunt around your home or classroom! Use your five senses to find and describe different things. For example, find something that smells nice, something that feels soft, something colorful, a sound you like, and a snack you enjoy. Share what you found with a friend or family member and talk about how each sense made you feel.
Mindful Drawing: Choose a quiet spot and sit comfortably. Close your eyes for a moment and take a deep breath. Now, open your eyes and look around. Pick one thing you see and draw it on a piece of paper. While drawing, think about how it looks, feels, and even smells. Afterward, share your drawing and describe your experience using your senses.
Sound Detective: Sit quietly in a room or outside and close your eyes. Listen carefully to all the sounds around you for one minute. Can you hear birds chirping, cars passing by, or people talking? Write down or draw the sounds you hear. Discuss with a friend or family member how these sounds make you feel and why paying attention to them can be fun.
