Frustration can show up fast, like when something feels tricky, doesn’t go as planned, or just won’t work the way a child imagined.
This story captures one of those moments: what it feels like to be frustrated, how to name that feeling, and how to practice calming strategies and try again with support and a new approach.
This episode helps toddlers and preschoolers:
- Name what frustration feels like in their body
- Practice calming strategies like breathing and asking for help
- Understand that trying again, or in a new way, can be helpful
- Build resilience through confidence, flexibility, and everyday problem-solving
It can be hard to feel frustrated, and even harder to name it. This story helps kids feel seen and gives them a simple, helpful phrase to hold onto as they work through frustration.
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