My Happy Play Times
I enjoy playing alone sometimes in my bedroom. I know many interesting facts about dinosaurs. I also like to read books with big, colorful letters. This quiet time is a strength for me.
Illustrations still show Sammy.
One-time per story. Takes about 2 minutes.
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Mara's bedroom
My Happy Play Times
I like playing alone in my room. I know about dinosaurs and letters. Quiet time is good for me.
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School playground
When I Want to Join
At school during recess, I often see friends playing together. Today, they are building a very big fort near the swings. I want to play with them too, but sometimes I just walk over and stand close. I wonder how to join their game.
At school during recess, I often see 
friends playing together. Today, they are building a very big fort near the swings. I want to play with them too, but sometimes I just walk over and stand close. I wonder how to join their game.
friends playing together. Today, they are building a very big fort near the swings. I want to play with them too, but sometimes I just walk over and stand close. I wonder how to join their game. When I Want to Join
At recess, friends build a fort. I want to join. I stand nearby. How can I play?
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Classroom during free play
Thinking About How to Join
When I want to join a group, I can think about what they are doing. It is okay to watch for a moment to understand the game. I can look for a good time to ask if I can play. This helps me learn about their activity.
When I want to join a group, I can think about what they are doing. It is okay to watch for a moment to understand the game. I can look for a good time to ask if I can play. This helps me learn about their activity.
Thinking About How to Join
When I want to join, I can watch first. It's okay to watch. I can look for a good time to ask. This helps me learn.
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School library
Learning About Group Play
Group play often means that everyone takes turns. Sometimes, I might wait for a natural break in the game or conversation. I can listen to what others are saying and doing. This helps me know when it might be a good time to join.
Group play often means that everyone takes turns. Sometimes, I might wait for a natural break in the game or conversation. I can listen to what others are saying and doing. This helps me know when it might be a good time to join.
Learning About Group Play
Group play means taking turns. I can wait for a break. I can listen to friends. This helps me know when to join.
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Art classroom
Trying New Ways to Join
Today, I saw friends drawing pictures of dinosaurs at the art table. I waited for a moment when they paused their drawing. I can try to ask, "May I draw with I? " An adult might help me practice asking nicely.
Today, I saw friends drawing pictures of dinosaurs at the art table. I waited for a moment when they paused their drawing. I can try to ask, "May I draw with I? " An adult might help me practice asking nicely.
friends drawing pictures of dinosaurs at the art table. I waited for a moment when they paused their drawing. I can try to ask, "May I draw with I? " An adult might help me practice asking nicely. Trying New Ways to Join
Friends drew dinosaurs. I waited for a pause. I can try to ask, "May I draw? " An adult can help me.
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School cafeteria
Growing My Friendships
When I ask to join, friends often say yes. We can share ideas and have fun playing together. Joining in helps me make new friends and learn new games. Every day, I am learning new ways to connect with others.
When I ask to join, friends often say yes. We can share ideas and have fun playing together. Joining in helps me make new friends and learn new games. Every day, I am learning new ways to connect with others.
friends often say yes. We can share ideas and have fun playing together. Joining in helps me make new friends and learn new games. Every day, I am learning new ways to connect with others. Growing My Friendships
When I ask, friends say yes. We share ideas and have fun. This helps me make friends. I am learning new ways to connect.
question friends Let's take a breath
Breathe in...
Take a moment. You can take some slow, deep breaths when you feel ready.
