Princess Zoombella’s Festival of Feelings
by

Thomas

A story about Big feelings
for your 3rd Grader.

Princess Zoombella took a deep breath as she stepped into the castle courtyard. Colorful tents stood in rows, and cheerful music played all around. She felt a flutter in her heart because such excitement always made her mind spin.

Nearby, a shiny horn glimmered under the sun, sending a joyful tune through the air. People danced and clapped in time with the lively melody.

Cluckster flapped both wings and let out a happy tune, sounding a bit like a trumpet. The white chicken hopped around, searching for crumbs and chirping to any passerby who would listen.

Far across the courtyard, a kindly queen smiled softly at the joyful carnival. She knew that loud noises and crowded spaces could sometimes feel overwhelming, and she wanted everyone to feel at ease.

Princess Zoombella’s heart pounded as drums thundered from the main stage. She tried to smile, but the clanging sounds around her made her shoulders tense. It felt like everything was spinning too fast.

At one corner of the festival, a small fountain trickled quietly above smooth stones. The gentle splash seemed to whisper a calm lullaby in the midst of all the noise.

That gracious queen often reminded others that taking small breaks could help when noise felt like thunder. She believed in pausing to breathe slowly, and she kindly offered a few gentle words to anyone who seemed uneasy.

Princess Zoombella remembered some wise advice about stepping back from loud places. She found a quieter corner by the fountain and breathed in slowly, feeling her heart grow calmer with every breath.