Courageous Catherine discovers how to process her emotions, so she can feel safe.  

I Am Safe

Courageous Catherine sitting on her bed, looking nervous but determined, with her mom packing lunch in the background.

Courageous Catherine woke up early one morning. She felt a bit nervous because it was her first day at a new school. Her mom packed her favorite lunch and gave her a big hug. Catherine took a deep breath and decided to be brave. She knew she could handle whatever came her way.

A New Day Begins

Courageous Catherine standing in front of a classroom, feeling shy but managing a small smile, with Mrs. Lopez smiling warmly in the background.

At school, Catherine met her teacher, Mrs. Lopez, who had a warm smile. Mrs. Lopez introduced Catherine to the class. Catherine felt shy but managed to say hello. A girl named Emma invited her to sit next to her. Catherine was glad to have a new friend.

Meeting New Friends

Courageous Catherine laughing and playing on the swings in a colorful playground, with Emma next to her.

During recess, Catherine and Emma went to the playground. They played on the swings and climbed the jungle gym. Catherine’s nervousness started to fade away. She laughed and had so much fun. It felt good to be outside and make new friends.

The Playground Adventure

Courageous Catherine in a classroom, looking startled with wide eyes, while Mrs. Lopez calmly explains something.

Later that day, Catherine heard a loud noise in the hallway. She felt scared and her heart began to race. Mrs. Lopez calmly explained that it was just the janitor dropping a mop. Catherine took deep breaths to calm down. She realized it was okay to feel scared sometimes.

A Scary Moment

Courageous Catherine sitting in a circle with classmates, looking relieved as she listens to Mrs. Lopez talk about feelings.

In class, Mrs. Lopez talked about feelings. She said it was important to talk about how we feel. Catherine learned that everyone has feelings, and it's okay to share them. She felt relieved knowing she wasn't alone. Catherine decided to be more open about her feelings.

Learning About Feelings

Courageous Catherine hugging her mom at home, looking happy and safe.

After school, Catherine told her mom about her day. She shared her excitement about making new friends and her fear during the loud noise. Her mom listened carefully and gave her a big hug. Catherine felt safe and loved. It was nice to talk about her day.

Sharing With Mom

Courageous Catherine smiling confidently as she introduces herself to a new student at school.

The next day, Catherine felt more confident. She decided to help a new student who looked nervous. Catherine introduced herself and offered to show the new student around. The new student smiled and felt better. Catherine was proud of her bravery.

A Brave Decision

Courageous Catherine standing in a schoolyard, looking happy and confident, surrounded by new friends.

Catherine realized that talking about her feelings made her feel safe. She learned that it's okay to be scared and that she can be brave. Catherine made many new friends and enjoyed school. She felt happy and confident. Catherine knew she could handle anything that came her way.