The Forgiveness Pack for SEL Skill Building

Give N' Grow
Oct 5
2 min read

Updated: Oct 6

FORGIVENESS BREAKDOWN

A Fun Activity & Mini-Lesson For Kids In School & At Home

SHIFT YOUR KID'S ENERGY

Choose the shift your kid(s) need in class or at home.

CALMING BREATHWORK

Let's slow everybody down and set a relaxed tone.

BALANCING BREATHWORK

Not too high, not too low, get kids just right!

CALMING BREATHWORK

Let's slow everybody down and set a relaxed tone.

TRY THESE WITH KIDS!

1. The Heavy Backpack

Ask: “Imagine carrying a backpack full of every time someone hurt your feelings. (you can even have kids act this out!) How would it (does it) feel to walk around like that?”

Discuss how forgiveness is like setting the backpack down — it lightens you.

2. The Crumpled Heart

Give each kid a small paper heart (or just a piece of paper is fine). Have them crumple it up tightly — this shows what happens when feelings get hurt. Then have them gently smooth the heart back out.

Ask: “Can you still see the wrinkles?” Explain: “Even when we forgive, we might still remember what happened — but forgiving helps our hearts feel smoother again.”

3. Blow It Away

Have kids close their eyes and imagine putting something they're upset about in a bubble. Have them take a deep breath in, and then blow the bubble away with their exhale. Repeat 2 more times.

Remind them: “Letting go doesn’t mean you forget — it means you’re choosing to feel better.”

FREE WEEKLY WELLNESS CLASS FOR ADULTS & TEENS

Join us on Zoom Every Wednesday at 7:30pm ET for a FREE 30 minute Breathwork Experience to release stress, boost mood, and enjoy all the many mental, emotional and physical benefits of Breathwork. Beginner Friendly!

Learn More & Save Your Spot