Celebrating Our Special Bodies
Our bodies are special—they can move and play,
Waving hello, giving hugs, and smiling all day.
Your arms can stretch wide to share love and cheer,
Your hands can clap, tap, and give a high five, my dear!
Expressing Through Movement
Look at your fingers: wiggle them slow, one, two, three—
Count them out loud and set your kind spirit free.
Jump, twirl, or tiptoe, let your body sing,
Every move you make can make your heart ring.
Emphasizing Gentle Movements
But listen very close—there’s something you must know:
Our bodies are for gentle moves, not for causing woe.
Hitting, slapping, or pushing can hurt a friend’s heart,
It makes their body hurt and tears their happy world apart.
Hands Are Not For Hitting
Imagine if someone hit you—ouch, that would sting!
So let’s promise together, in a gentle, steady ring:
“Hands, arms, and feet are for love and fun,
Not for hurting others—no, not one!”

Recognizing Big Feelings
Sometimes you feel angry, sad, or even a bit scared,
Maybe someone takes your toy, and you feel unprepared.
When big feelings start to rise, here’s what you can do:
Take a deep breath—in… and out… let it flow right through.

Self-Soothing Strategies
Clap your hands gently, tap your feet with care,
Or squeeze a soft pillow—let your worries clear.
Press your hands together like you’re giving yourself a hug,
Count slowly with your fingers—feel calm, safe, and snug.
Positive Ways to Use Your Hands
Your hands are perfect for waving a bright hello,
For drawing pretty pictures or making a paper bow.
They’re great for a high five when a friend does something neat,
Or giving a gentle pat to show that love is sweet.
Kind Alternatives for Upset Moments
When you’re feeling upset, try these kind things instead:
Open your arms for a warm hug or tap out a beat with your head.
If your anger grows, count your fingers—one by one,
Then take another deep breath until your storm is done.


Kindness in Every Movement (Hands are not for hitting)

Duncan and Kate waking up with bright smiles, morning light filling their room

Duncan and Kate woke up with bright smiles. They were excited to celebrate their amazing bodies. The morning light filled their room with cheer. They stretched their arms wide and felt ready for a day of fun.

A Special Morning

Duncan waving to the wind, Kate smiling at a butterfly outside a window

Duncan waved hello to the gentle wind outside the window. Kate smiled as she greeted a friendly butterfly. Their small hands moved in kind and warm gestures. They learned that every wave can bring happiness to someone.

Waving Hello

Duncan and Kate playing in a garden, surrounded by flowers and trees

Duncan and Kate went outside to play in the garden. They ran, jumped, and twirled all around. Their movements showed that their bodies are strong and fun. They laughed together while exploring new games.

A Day of Play

Duncan and Kate reaching high and low with their arms, clapping and tapping

The children discovered that their arms could reach high and low. They learned how to clap, tap, and give a high five. Every move they made was filled with excitement and care. They enjoyed the magic of expressing themselves through movement.

Exploring Movements

Duncan and Kate practicing gentle touches with their hands, smiling softly

Duncan and Kate learned an important secret about their hands. They found out that hands are meant for gentle touches and kind actions. They practiced patting friends softly and giving gentle hugs. They understood that hitting is never a way to show love.

Gentle Touch

Duncan giving high fives, Kate sharing hugs, surrounded by friends

Their day was filled with high fives that shouted happiness. They exchanged hugs that warmed every heart. Duncan clapped his hands to cheer for his friend, and Kate used her arms to share joy. They celebrated their friendship with every kind gesture.

High Fives and Hugs

Duncan and Kate counting fingers, wiggling them with laughter

Duncan and Kate sat down to count their fingers slowly. They wiggled each finger and laughed as they counted one by one. This fun game made them feel proud of what their bodies could do. They learned that even the smallest movements can sparkle with kindness.

Counting Fingers

Duncan and Kate talking about feelings, sitting calmly together

Sometimes, Duncan and Kate felt big feelings like anger or sadness. They noticed that these feelings could make their hearts feel heavy. When they got upset, they remembered that hands should never hurt a friend. They talked about their feelings and learned how to stay calm together.

Understanding Big Feelings

Duncan taking a deep breath, Kate exhaling slowly, both looking relaxed

When their feelings grew too strong, Duncan took a deep breath in. Kate followed with a long breath out, and soon they both felt lighter. They learned that deep breaths can calm a stormy heart. The simple act of breathing slowly helped them return to joy.

Deep Breaths

Duncan and Kate giving themselves a hug, looking content

The children discovered that giving themselves a hug could make them feel safe. They wrapped their arms around their own shoulders in a warm embrace. This gentle hug reminded them of love and care inside. They practiced self-soothing whenever their feelings seemed too big.

Self-Soothing with Hugs

Duncan and Kate making a promise with their hands, looking determined

Duncan and Kate made a promise to use their hands only for kind and gentle moves. They agreed that hitting, pushing, or slapping would never be a part of their play. Their promise was like a shining vow to care for everyone. They held on to this promise as a treasure in their hearts.

Promising Gentle Moves

Duncan and Kate watching the sunset, feeling happy and content

The sun began to set as Duncan and Kate looked back on their wonderful day. They felt happy because their bodies had shared so much love. Every gentle movement, hug, and high five made their hearts glow. They knew that kindness in every movement makes the world a better place.