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Helping Kids Manage Their Emotions:
The Uncanny Chronicles #4.5
Our original Kayla comic book is back with a new chapter! In this issue, Kayla faces challenges at school and learns how to manage her emotions with support from the adults in her life. Perfect for kids ages 7–10+, this story highlights the importance of emotional regulation, support systems, and persistence when things feel hard.
Age: 7-10+
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Helpful Resources for Families
Kayla’s adults support her as she navigates challenges. To learn how schools can help kids who learn and think differently, visit: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-thinking-differences-what-you-need-to-know
Kayla’s parents want to help her manage her emotions. For tips on helping children how to regulate their emotion, see: https://childmind.org/article/how-to-help-children-calm-down/
To learn how to support sensitive kids with their emotions, visit: https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/helping-sensitive-kids-manage-their-emotions
To learn how to respond when your child is frustrated about school, visit: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/how-to-say-it-responding-when-kids-with-learning-and-thinking-differences-are-frustrated
Bring Kayla’s World to Life
Kids can keep the adventure going with our free Kayla Coloring Book! Packed with scenes from The Uncanny Chronicles, it’s a fun way for kids to express their creativity while staying connected to the story.
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Suggested Citation
National Center on Improving Literacy. (2020). Helping Kids Manage Their Emotions: The Uncanny Chronicles #4.5. https://www.improvingliteracy.org/helping-kids-manage-emotions-uncanny-chronicles-4-5