Leo Feels Frustrated, Then Tries a New Way: A Story About Frustration, Feeling Calm, and Trying Again

Frustration can show up fast, like when something feels tricky, doesn’t go as planned, or just won’t work the way a child imagined. This story captures one of those moments: what it feels like to be frustrated, how to name that feeling, and how to practice calming strategies and try again with support and a new approach. This episode helps toddlers and preschoolers: Name what frustration feels like in their body Practice calming strategies like breathing and asking for help Understand that trying again, or in a new way, can be helpful Build resilience through confidence, flexibility, and everyday problem-solving It can be hard to feel frustrated, and even harder to name it. This story helps kids feel seen and gives them a simple, helpful phrase to hold onto as they work through frustration. ☀️ Explore more at storytimeexplorers.com