Front Cover: When I Need a Break

1. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I do a puzzle. In the evening, I take out my telescope to look at the stars.

2. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I go to the kitchen and cook with my family! I love trying new recipes.

3. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I find a space where I can move safely and freely and then I dance, and dance, and dance!

4. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I take out my paints and express myself! I let myself paint whatever I like.

5. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I listen to music. I let myself get lost in the sounds and it makes me feel calm.

6. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I take out my journal and I write adventure stories. Or I write positive messages to myself. I am powerful!

7. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break I go run and play outside in my backyard. Sometimes, I run so fast I feel like I am flying!

8. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I find a comfortable place to sit, and I take slow, deep breaths.

9. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I go and see my friends. We laugh and have a great time together!

10. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I go over to my window and watch the birds fly and the squirrels scamper up the trees in my neighbourhood. I love animals!

11. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I talk to my older brother about how I am feeling. Afterward, we like to play soccer in our backyard.

12. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I open my favourite book and read.

13. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I talk to my friends and my family. Sharing how I feel makes me feel good.

14. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I go to the community pool with my family to swim. Sometimes, I pretend I’m a fish!

15. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I take a walk in the park with my mom. I love seeing the big, tall trees in our neighborhood.

16. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I like to build something new!

17. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I find some space to do my favourite exercises.

18. First, I check in with myself to see how I am feeling.
Then, if I need a break, I watch a funny video or an episode of my favourite show.