How Ethan Calms Down When He Is Angry

How Ethan Calms Down When He Is Angry

My name is Ethan. Sometimes I feel angry, and that is okay. Everyone feels angry sometimes.

When I feel angry, my body gives me signals. My face might feel hot. My hands might make fists. My heart might beat faster. These signals help me know that I am feeling angry.

Another way to calm down is to take a break. I can ask my teacher, Ms. Chen, if I can have a quiet moment. Ms. Chen understands that taking breaks helps children feel better. She will usually say yes.

During my break, I might go to the calm corner in my classroom. The calm corner has soft cushions and quiet activities. I can sit there and breathe, or squeeze a stress ball, or look at a book. The calm corner is a safe, peaceful place.

Ms. Chen tells me that learning to calm down is an important skill. She says that even grown-ups need to practice calming down when they feel angry. I am learning this skill, and I get better at it each time I practice.