Olli & Waffle
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Learning games2–4 years5 minutes

Waffle's five slow breaths

A two-minute settling routine with a sleepy dog and no pressure to fall asleep.

What to do

  1. 1

    Put one hand on your tummy.

  2. 2

    Breathe in while slowly counting to three.

  3. 3

    Breathe out while slowly counting to four.

  4. 4

    Imagine Waffle getting heavier and sleepier.

  5. 5

    Repeat five times, then let the room be quiet.