Staying Calm with a Puffer Fish | New Ocean Explorers | Toddler Songs

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In this lesson, young ocean explorers learn about the fascinating puffer fish, which can puff up to three times its size when scared. The lesson encourages children to practice deep breathing like a puffer fish to calm down, while also appreciating the beautiful patterns on their bodies that help them make friends in the ocean. Overall, the adventure promotes relaxation and mindfulness through fun activities and exploration.
  1. What do puffer fish do when they get scared?
  2. How can we calm down like a puffer fish?
  3. What do you think is special about the patterns on a puffer fish?

Welcome to the Ocean Adventure!

Hey there, little ocean explorers! Are you ready to dive under the waves and discover something amazing? Let’s go on an adventure together!

Meet the Puffer Fish

Have you ever heard of a puffer fish? These special fish live in the warm, shallow parts of the sea. They have a cool trick! When they get scared, they can puff up and become three times bigger. Isn’t that surprising?

Breathing Like a Puffer Fish

Let’s pretend to be puffer fish! When they need to calm down, they take deep breaths. You can try it too! Breathe in slowly, then breathe out, and count to five. Ready? One, two, three, four, five. Great job!

Making Friends with Patterns

Puffer fish have beautiful patterns on their bodies. They use these patterns to make new friends in the ocean. Isn’t that wonderful? Next time you see a puffer fish, look closely at its pretty designs!

Let’s Practice Together

Sometimes, puffer fish get scared. But they know how to calm down by breathing slowly. Let’s practice together! Remember: breathe in, breathe out, and count to five. One, two, three, four, five. You’re doing amazing!

Thanks for joining the ocean adventure, little explorers! Keep practicing your puffer fish breathing, and you’ll feel calm and happy. Until next time, keep exploring and having fun!

  1. Have you ever seen a fish or any other animal that can do something surprising like the puffer fish? What was it, and what did it do?
  2. When you feel scared or nervous, what are some things you do to help yourself feel better? Can you try the puffer fish breathing exercise next time?
  3. Think about your favorite patterns or designs. Where have you seen them, and why do you like them? How do you think patterns help puffer fish make friends?
  1. Puffer Fish Art: Let’s create our own puffer fish! Gather some paper, crayons, or markers. Draw a big circle for the puffer fish’s body. Now, add some beautiful patterns just like the ones you learned about. Use different colors and shapes. Once you’re done, share your puffer fish with a friend or family member and explain why patterns are important for puffer fish.

  2. Breathing Buddy: Find a soft toy or a pillow to be your breathing buddy. Lie down and place your buddy on your tummy. Practice the puffer fish breathing by slowly breathing in and out. Watch your buddy rise and fall as you breathe. Can you count to five while doing this? Try to do this every day to help you feel calm and relaxed, just like a puffer fish!

  3. Pattern Hunt: Go on a pattern hunt around your home or classroom. Look for patterns on clothes, furniture, or even in nature. When you find a pattern, think about how it might help animals like the puffer fish. Share your discoveries with your classmates or family. How many different patterns can you find?

Sure! Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:

[Music]

Ocean explorers, here we go under the waves! Adventure awaits!

Have you ever seen a puffer fish? They live in the shallow, warm sea. When they get scared and need to swim away, they’ll use a burst of energy. You really won’t believe your eyes—sometimes a puffer fish grows three times in size!

Puffer fish, puffer fish, take your time. Deep breaths in and out, and count to five.

Look at those beautiful patterns they create to make new friends! Isn’t that great?

What’s over there? He’s scared.

Let’s get together and take deep breaths.

Give this a try: Puffer fish, puffer fish, take your time. Breathe in and out, and count to five. One, two, three, four, five.

[Music]

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