Breathe Like A Box (Children's ebook)

Help children learn how to pause, breathe, and make calmer choices with Breathe Like a Box. This beautifully illustrated Gifted Mind State Kids ebook follows Neter as he learns a simple four count breathing technique for handling anger, sadness, fear, worry, and other big feelings.
Designed for ages 4 to 8, the book includes guided practice, activities, a feelings glossary, a personal calm plan, grown up support tips, and a printable coloring page.
 
Neter is having a difficult day. His cereal spills, his favorite toy is missing, and his feelings begin to feel too big for his body. When Mom notices his tight fists and worried expression, she teaches him a calming exercise called box breathing.
By breathing in, holding gently, breathing out, and holding again, Neter begins to notice his heartbeat slowing, his shoulders relaxing, and his thoughts becoming clearer.
Later, when his little brother accidentally knocks over his block tower, Neter feels his anger rising again. Instead of shouting, he pauses and uses his breathing tool. Once his body feels calmer, Neter explains how he feels and works with his brother to rebuild the tower.
Through Neter’s experience, children learn that every feeling is welcome and that breathing can give them time to choose a safe and thoughtful response.