Big Bad Goes Back to School (Replay)

Send voice or text msgWith a new school year just around the corner, we know many of you might be feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. Our friend Big Bad also had back-to-school jitters, and he found comfort and support from his friends. They helped him manage his fears and guided him back to his calm and confident self. As you prepare for a new school year or start something new, remember that it's okay to feel nervous. Learning to calm yourself and seeking support from friends and family can make a big difference. And always remember, we believe in you and know that you've got this!Enjoy this special encore of Big Bad Goes Back to School: https://jonincharacter.com/big-bad-goes-back-to-school/    Get your free Dorktales Resource Library Card: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/Dorktales-Library-Card     PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: As back-to-school season approaches, it’s not uncommon for young minds to be filled with a mixture of excitement and anxiety. In Big Bad goes Back to School, these worries take center stage, only to be met with empathy and understanding. The lessons that emerge from this story provide comfort, encouragement, and tools for navigating the overwhelming feelings that can happen when a new school year begins. The episode includes two guided mindfulness exercises.If you liked this story with Big Bad and Serena the caring capybara, you may also enjoy episode 49, Big Bad’s Big Feelings, where you’ll discover more mindfulness exercises to help kids self-regulate their anxious feelings: https://jonincharacter.com/big-bads-big-feelings/CREDITS: This episode has been a Jonincharacter production. Today’s story was written by Amy Thompson, and edited and produced by Molly Murphy. Jonathan, Mr. Redge and Big Bad were performed by Jonathan Cormur. Serena was performed by Chanel Tsang, the host of Peace Out podcast and author of Peace Out: Calm Down Workbook for Kids. Sound recording and production by Jermaine Hamilton at Hamilton Studio Recordings.Four easy ways to support Dorktales to keep the mic on and the stories coming: donate, subscribe or follow, leave a review, tell a friend! All support links are here in the show notes below👇🙏Support the showREACH OUT!Send us a TEXT:  if your young listener has a question. Pls include their first name in the text. Your name/number is hidden so it's a safe way to reach out. Leave Voicemail: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1267991/fan_mail/newSend us an email: [email protected] us on IG @dorktalesstorytimeLibrary of Resources: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/Dorktales-Library-CardSupport Us: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1267991/supporters/new Our Pod's Songs: https://dorktalesstorytime.bandcamp.com/musicNow, go be the hero of your own story and we’ll see you next once-upon-a-time!