Sensei Shane says: Stop! Breathe! Choose!

Sensei Shane Says: Stop! Breathe! Choose! is a calming, confidence-building rhyming story for children aged 5 to 8. When Little Elephant's big feelings start to take over, at school, during play, or in tricky moments, Sensei Shane is there to help. With gentle guidance, he teaches Little Elephant a powerful three-step strategy: Stop. Breathe. Choose.

Through relatable situations and playful rhyme, this story helps tamariki understand that all feelings are okay, but how we respond is up to us. With Sensei Shane’s support, Little Elephant learns how to pause, recognise his emotions, and make calm, kind choices.

Perfect for homes, classrooms, and school counselling spaces, Sensei Shane Says: Stop! Breathe! Choose! gives children simple, practical tools for emotional regulation, self-awareness, and personal responsibility, helping them feel empowered, not overwhelmed.