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Exploring breathing and movement
AQA Unit ID: 127662 | AQA Title: Breathing and Movement
 Level:Â
Pre Entry
Unit Description:
Learners explore different types of movement and exercise while discovering how breathing and body sensations change after physical activity. Through practical demonstrations and active participation, children learn to identify gentle and energetic exercises and reflect on how movement affects both the body and mind.
AQA Outcome:
In successfully completing this unit, the learner will have
- Engage in at least two different movements using their body
- Describe how their breathing changes after exercise
- Discuss how their body feels after moving, with support
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Lesson Summary
Movement is incredibly important for both physical and emotional wellbeing. Many children learn best when they are active, moving, exploring, and using their bodies.
This lesson helps children:
- Become more aware of their bodies
- Recognise body signals
- Build confidence through movement
- Improve coordination and balance
- Understand how exercise supports emotional wellbeing
For neurodivergent learners especially, movement can help with:
- Emotional regulation
- Focus and concentration
- Sensory processing
- Releasing stress and tension
- Building confidence
The lesson also encourages children to notice and understand physical sensations safely, such as faster breathing, tired muscles, or increased energy after exercise.
Little Helper Area
Gentle Tips
- Allow movement breaks throughout the day
- Praise effort rather than athletic ability
- Let children move at their own pace
- Some children may prefer calm movement over energetic movement
- Watch for signs of tiredness or sensory overwhelm
- Encourage water breaks and rest when needed
Questions to Ask After Exercise
- Was your breathing faster or slower?
- Did your body feel warm?
- Did you feel calm, excited, or tired?
- Which activity did you enjoy most?
- Which movement felt easiest or hardest?
How can you help at home
You do not need expensive sports equipment to support this lesson.
Simple movement activities are enough:
- Dancing in the kitchen
- Throwing and catching a ball
- Walking together
- Playing skipping games
- Obstacle courses indoors or outdoors
- Stretching together
- Yoga videos for children
- Balloon games
- Running races
The goal is not perfection. The goal is confidence, enjoyment, and body awareness.
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Little Helper Area
Gentle Tips
- Allow movement breaks throughout the day
- Praise effort rather than athletic ability
- Let children move at their own pace
- Some children may prefer calm movement over energetic movement
- Watch for signs of tiredness or sensory overwhelm
- Encourage water breaks and rest when needed
Questions to Ask After Exercise
- Was your breathing faster or slower?
- Did your body feel warm?
- Did you feel calm, excited, or tired?
- Which activity did you enjoy most?
- Which movement felt easiest or hardest?
How can you help at home
You do not need expensive sports equipment to support this lesson.
Simple movement activities are enough:
- Dancing in the kitchen
- Throwing and catching a ball
- Walking together
- Playing skipping games
- Obstacle courses indoors or outdoors
- Stretching together
- Yoga videos for children
- Balloon games
- Running races
The goal is not perfection. The goal is confidence, enjoyment, and body awareness.