How Does Social Emotional Learning Look Like in a Daily Routine

My Mindful Class
May 15
4 min read

Two elementary school girls sitting together at their desks during a classroom activity, collaborating on a writing assignment as part of a partner check-in from My Mindful Class social emotional learning program. — Students pair up for a partner check in with a simple My Mindful Class activity that builds connection, confidence, and communication during everyday classroom routines.

In schools across the country, teachers are discovering that social-emotional learning doesn’t have to be a separate “add-on.” My Mindful Class was designed to integrate seamlessly into your real classroom routine, while supporting student focus, emotional regulation, and confidence building without disrupting instruction.

Have you ever wondered what implementation looks like using our mindful integrated program? Or what Does a daily social emotional learning routine looks like? To build student success and a calm, connected classroom, here’s a real typical day using the My Mindful Class program:

Morning Meetings with Purpose

Teachers begin the day with a 5-minute My Mindful Class activity during their morning meeting. These short, intentional moments help students start with clarity, calm, and confidence.

Each daily activity is tied to the Weekly Mindset Theme and may include:

A short video affirmation from My Mindful Class
A calming breathing or grounding routine
A discussion prompt focused on positive thinking, kindness, or confidence

This consistent start sets the tone for a positive day and builds emotional safety from the very first bell.

Brain Breaks That Reinforce Mindset and Focus

Teachers turn to My Mindful Class Brain Break Videos to recharge students intentionally between lessons. These quick, skill-based SEL moments help build self-regulation and classroom focus without losing momentum.

Popular brain break activities include:

Stretch and movement routines
Visualization or mindful breathing exercises
Short group reflection or “pause and check-in” prompts

These brain breaks are low-prep and high-impact, perfect for transitional moments throughout the day.

My Mindful Class During Literacy Stations

The literacy block is a natural time to integrate My Mindful Class into small group or independent rotations.

Students may:

Watch a Calm Space video for emotional reset
Journal about the Weekly Mindset Theme using included prompts
Read a daily affirmation and respond with creative writing or reflection

This makes mindfulness and emotional growth part of academic time, with no extra work required from the teacher.

After Recess or Lunch “Reset” Time

That tricky transition back into learning after recess or lunch? Teachers use My Mindful Class tools for a smooth transition, such as:

A quick Focus or Calm Space video
Affirmations to help students reconnect and self-regulate
“Check-ins” that bring awareness to energy, focus, and readiness

It reduces disruptions and helps students get back on track faster and with more self-control.

📅 SEL Fridays: Where My Mindful Class Monthly Units Shine

Many schools set aside a dedicated SEL block on Fridays and this is exactly where the My Mindful Class Monthly Themed Unit fits in perfectly.

Each month introduces a new immersive theme designed to help students build emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and confidence in a fun and meaningful way. The unit begins with a short introductory video that brings the theme to life and gets students excited to dive in.

From there, teachers are guided through five ready-to-use activities, each about 20 minutes long and designed to be done consecutively across the month. Every activity builds on the last, giving students a structured but engaging path to deeper understanding.

Each monthly unit includes:

A themed video introduction to kick off the month
Five progressive activities (20 minutes each) with clear teacher instructions
Printable worksheets and visuals for students
A family letter to send home, letting parents know what their child is learning and offering optional at-home extension activities

Teachers don’t have to plan a thing because everything’s included, from the reflection prompts to the creative journal pages. The themes are relatable and highly engaging, making students look forward to SEL Fridays each week.

During Independent Reading or Quiet Time

Some teachers offer our Virtual Study Room as a calming environment for students who need help focusing or working independently. With ambient music and visual cues, students can self-regulate quietly without constant redirection.

Infographic showing a daily classroom schedule for integrating My Mindful Class, including activities like morning meetings, brain breaks, literacy stations, after-lunch resets, and SEL Fridays, each designed to support student focus, emotional regulation, and confidence. — A sample daily classroom schedule using *My Mindful Class* to support student success, built into every part of the day.

Why Teachers Love Using My Mindful Class for Daily Social Emotional Learning Routine

Zero prep — all videos, prompts, and printable materials are included
Aligned with classroom needs — works with existing structures like morning meeting, centers, and transitions
Flexible across grade levels — K–12 implementation is smooth and scalable
Supports positive behavior — reduces stress, boosts engagement, and helps kids feel seen

Teachers don’t have time for more work. That’s why My Mindful Class was designed to fit into what teachers already do, not replace it.

It’s a flexible program, teacher powered way to bring mindfulness, focus, and emotional growth into the classroom in a way that’s doable and deeply impactful.

Whether you're trying to increase focus, reduce behavior issues, or create a more mindful and confident classroom culture, My Mindful Class gives you the tools to make it happen throughout the day, not just during SEL time.