Body Boss Lesson Plan Body Boss
Instruction Manual: Tier 3 Intervention
SESSION 01
15 MINUTES
Why This Lesson?
This lesson helps students feel more in charge of their bodies, reduce fidgeting, and improve concentration in class and at home, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-regulation.
Prep
Review all generated materials.
Clear a small, safe movement space.
Objective
Student will learn and practice 2-3 simple body control techniques to manage their energy and improve focus.
Materials Needed
Body Boss Slides Activity Sheet
1
Warm-Up & Introduction
3 MIN
The Goal of Being a Body Boss
Begin by asking the student, "What does it mean to be a ‘Body Boss?" Allow for their interpretation.
Explain that being a Body Boss means you are in charge of your own body, and you can choose how it moves and when it stays still. This helps us focus and feel calm.
Introduce the lesson using the Body Boss Slide Deck to set the stage.
2
Mindful Movement Practice
7 MIN
Practice Our Body Moves
Turtle Pose (3 min): "Sometimes our bodies feel like they have too much energy. Let's try to be a slow, calm turtle!"
Guide: Sit on knees, curl up small, tuck head/arms in. Hold still. Slowly peek out. Pull back in.
Rock-a-Bye Robot (4 min): "Let's try being a super slow robot. Robots can move, but they are very controlled!"
Guide: Stand tall. Slowly sway side to side. Feel feet on ground. Challenge: "Can you make it even slower?"
3
Body Control Challenge
4 MIN
Show Your Body Boss Skills!
Lead the student through the Body Control Challenge activity. Provide clear instructions and encourage them to notice how their body feels.
"I noticed how you made your steps extra quiet!" or "Great job being in charge of your arms!"
4
Cool Down & Reflection
1 MIN
You're a Body Boss!
Ask: "How did it feel to be in control of your body?" Remind them they can use these moves whenever they feel wiggly.
Body Boss Slide Deck Level Up Your Skills
Body Boss:
I Can Control It!
You are the boss of your amazing body!
Teacher Note: Welcome the student. Ask: "What does being a boss mean?" or "What does it mean to be the boss of *your body*?"
What is a Body Boss?
A Body Boss chooses how their body moves!
When do you want to be FAST?
When do you want to be SLOW?
When do you want to be STILL?
You are in control!
Teacher Note: Explain that choice helps us learn and feel calm. Ask: "Have you ever felt like your body just wants to wiggle, even when you want to be still?" Validate their experience.
Meet the Turtle: Slow & Still
Can you be a slow, quiet turtle?
1 Sit on your knees.
2 Curl up small, tuck in head and arms.
3 Hold it... feel perfectly still.
4 Slowly, slowly peek out!
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Slow Power
Teacher Note: Demonstrate first, then guide slowly. Emphasize the feeling of becoming small and still. Remind them they can do this anytime they need to feel calm.
Be a Rock-a-Bye Robot!
Robots move with super control!
Stand up tall.
Slowly sway side to side.
Feel your feet on the ground.
Can you go even slower?
Controlled
Teacher Note: Demonstrate slow, controlled swaying. Focus on feet and deliberate pace. Encourage them to notice how it feels to move with intention.
Your Body,
Your Control!
You are the boss of your body!
Great job, Body Boss!
Teacher Note: Reinforce the main message. Ask: "When might you use the Turtle Pose or Rock-a-Bye Robot?" Conclude with positive praise.
Body Control Challenge Activity Body Control Challenge
Are you a Body Boss?
Objective
Practice controlling your body with different movements and speeds. Remember: You are the boss!
Challenge 1: The Slow Motion Walk
Teacher says:
"Let's walk across the room, but in super slow motion. Every step should be like you're moving through thick mud! See how long you can make each step last."
Student walks slowly across the room...
Challenge 2: Freeze Dance!
Teacher says:
"When I say GO, you can move your body any way you want. But when I say FREEZE, you have to stop COMPLETELY and hold very still, like a statue!"
Teacher calls GO and FREEZE...
Challenge 3: Quiet Feet, Quiet Hands
Teacher says:
"Can you march in place as quietly as possible? Try to make your feet barely touch the ground. Now, can you clap your hands but make it almost like a whisper?"
Student practices silent marching and soft clapping...
Challenge 4: Balance Master
Teacher says:
"Let's see if you can be a balance master! Stand on one foot for as long as you can. If you wobble, that's okay, just try to find your balance again!"
Student attempts to balance on one foot...
Are you the boss of your body?
