Our Quiet Corner
Sesame friends use a special space to handle big feelings safely.
Follow Ms. Jennifer and her class of Sesame friends learn to use a calm “quiet corner” and simple self-regulation strategies to feel better with supportive grown-ups and friends. After reading, invite children to talk about “big feelings” the way the book does: “What do you do when you have big feelings?” and “Where in our home/class could a quiet corner live?” Then build your own “quiet corner” together with cozy, safe items — and practice a few tools the story is designed to showcase (like stretching/body scan or “wiggle it out,” plus other calming choices), so children can try them before they’re upset and remember them when they need them. You can also draw a picture of “my quiet corner,” role-play a moment when Zozo (or you!) feels overwhelmed and chooses a strategy, and make a simple “menu” of calm-down options children can point to when words feel hard.
Listen to Understand
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Too Many Cooks
Elmo and friends learn that sharing roles helps playtime go smoothly.
A Time to Talk
Grown-ups work together to help Elmo manage big feelings with care.
Together Time
Color a page of Sesame moments that encourage teamwork and invite reflection!
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