Animal Breathing Techniques for The Classroom

How the World Breathes - Animal Breathing Techniques for the Classroom
A Science + Wellbeing resource for ages 5- 12. Celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday with this beautiful, ready-to-use breathing session inspired by the animal kingdom.

Children will discover how different animals breathe, practise three distinct techniques, and explore how breathing affects how we feel in our bodies -combining curriculum science with powerful wellbeing tools.

What’s included:

Falcon Breath - short, sharp sniff breaths to boost alertness and focus. Perfect for the start of a lesson, after lunch, or before PE.

Turtle Breath - a slow, extended exhale to calm the nervous system and reduce stress. Ideal before tests, after conflict, or during quiet transitions.

Whale Breath - a full-body, powerful exhale to release tension and build body awareness. Great at the end of the day or after sport.

Each exercise includes a read-aloud script, animal facts, differentiation ideas, and teacher coaching tips - everything you need to pick it up and use it straight away.
Suitable for: whole class, small groups, SEN settings, therapy sessions, and home use.
Subjects: Science, PSHE, Wellbeing, Mindfulness
Ages: 5–12 (and anyone young at heart)
Free to share and use. From schoolbreathe.org