Behaviour Matters Turtle Comes Out of Her Shell

Turtle Comes Out of Her Shell is a gentle, humorous story that explores the theme of shyness and the journey to confidence. In this heartwarming tale, Turtle has a beautiful singing voice but feels far too shy to enter her school talent show. With support from her friends, she learns to face her fears in a way that feels right for her. Part of the beloved Behaviour Matters series, this story helps young children understand that it's okay to be nervous-and that bravery comes in many forms. Backed by discussion ideas and activity suggestions, this book is an excellent tool for building emotional intelligence and boosting self-esteem in young learners.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports emotional literacy by addressing social anxiety and self-expression.
• Encourages empathy, peer support, and resilience-building strategies.
• Reinforces concepts from Personal, Social, and Emotional Development in EYFS and KS1.
• Ideal for nurturing confidence through relatable storytelling.

Classroom Ideas:

• Invite students to share a hidden talent or something they're proud of in a œshow-and-tell circle.
• Use Turtle's story as a prompt for drawing or writing about a time they felt brave.
• Role-play different ways to support a friend who feels nervous.
• Discuss the idea of œsmall steps in overcoming fears and set personal confidence goals.

Information:

• Ages: Under 5
• Measurements: 196mm x 299mm
• Pages: 32
• Format: Paperback
• Author: Sue Graves
• Theme: Shyness, confidence, emotional development