❤️ Sovelo Stories · Feelings

When I Need a Break

My body or brain feels full, and I need to pause.. Read it together, at your pace. Every page is written in your child's voice.

1. Sometimes my brain feels full. Sometimes my body feels tired or buzzy. That means I might need a break.

2. My body sends me signals. My head might feel foggy. Sounds might feel too loud. I might feel wiggly or grumpy.

A foggy head, extra-loud sounds, a buzzy body.

3. Needing a break is okay. Breaks are not quitting. Breaks are how brains recharge.

4. I can ask for a break with words or a card or a sign.

5. On my break I can do what helps.

sit in a quiet spotsqueeze my hands togetherdrink some waterask an adult to sit with me

6. After a break, my brain has more room. I come back when I am ready. Breaks make hard things easier.

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