Jerome Can't Sit Still: A Story About Big Energy, Feelings, and Finding Your Zone

Some kids have big energy. Jerome has the biggest.Jerome Sanders is ten years old, full of life, and absolutely cannot sit still. His feet tap, his hands move, his brain races with fifty thoughts at once - and every morning in Ms. Carter's class, his body seems to forget the rules.But when school counselor Mr. Okafor introduces Jerome to something called the Zones of Regulation, everything changes. For the first time, Jerome has a word for what he feels - and a plan for what to do with it.Jerome Can't Sit Still is a warm, funny, and deeply relatable story for children who experience the world a little more intensely than others. It follows Jerome through the frustration of feeling different, the relief of being understood, and the quiet triumph of learning to work with his brain instead of against it. Perfect for: - Children ages 6-12 with ADHD, autism, or sensory sensitivities - Classrooms and school counseling programs using SEL curriculum - Parents looking for a read-aloud that opens conversations about big feelings - Any child who has ever felt like their energy was "too much" Grounded in real science.This book is built on the CASEL Social-Emotional Learning framework and the widely used Zones of Regulation system developed by Leah Kuypers. The strategies Jerome learns - naming his zone, belly breathing, and positive self-talk - are the same evidence-based tools used by school counselors and therapists across the country.Includes a child-friendly activity page ("What Zone Are YOU In Today?") and a note for parents and educators with practical tips for using the book at home and in the classroom. About the series.Jerome's Journey is a motivational SEL-based series for minority children ages 6-12, following Jerome Sanders - a bright, energetic Black boy navigating school, family, and growing up with honesty, humor, and heart. Each book teaches one core SEL competency through Jerome's adventures.Book 2: Jerome Takes a Breath - coming soon.

Pagina's: 34, Paperback, Independently published