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It’s spelling test day, and Katie feels that familiar knot in her stomach.
Katie is usually cheerful, curious, and full of energy. But when it comes to tests, her feelings can grow bigger than she expects. Even when she knows the answers, anxiety sneaks in and takes over. On this particular day, those feelings feel overwhelming. Katie freezes, panics, and before she knows it, her stress spills into the classroom and disrupts the entire test.
With patience and care, Katie’s teacher steps in to help. Together, they explore simple calming tools that help Katie slow her breathing, settle her thoughts, and regain confidence. As Katie practices these strategies, something wonderful happens. Her classmates start learning them too, turning a stressful moment into a shared lesson in managing big feelings.
This warmly told, beautifully illustrated story helps young readers recognize anxiety and shows them practical, kid-friendly ways to cope when nerves take over. Perfect for classrooms and home reading, it offers reassurance, empathy, and empowering tools for children who struggle with test anxiety or other overwhelming moments.