When I Feel Scared

Milo loves exploring the old garden behind Grandma's house. But one afternoon, a loud crash comes from inside the wooden shed. Milo's heart beats quickly. His hands feel cold, and scary thoughts rush through his mind. He wants to run away, but he also wants to understand what happened. With Grandma's calm support, Milo learns how to move to a safe place, tell a trusted grown-up, separate facts from scary guesses, and take one careful step at a time. When I Feel Scared is a warm social-emotional story for children ages 6-10 about understanding fear, asking for help, checking facts safely, and building courage without rushing. This story helps children: - Recognize how fear can feel in the body - Move away from situations that may be unsafe - Ask trusted adults for help - Separate facts from frightening guesses - Use slow breathing while waiting - Take safe, gradual steps - Understand that courage does not mean feeling no fear Includes a reflection page for children and supportive guidance for parents, caregivers, and teachers.