Garrett Gets the Wiggle Worms - Paperback

by Tricia Gardella (Author), Rachel Baines (Illustrator)

Sometimes, staying still is the hardest thing to do-especially when you've got the wiggle worms!

Garrett really wants to do the things other kids do-like sit through a wedding or enjoy a movie at the theater. But no matter how hard he tries, the wiggle worms take over. He just can't seem to sit still or focus for long. It's frustrating to always feel like he's messing up. And when a big moment comes at school, Garrett has to figure out: can he finally get those wiggle worms under control?

Garrett Gets the Wiggle Worms is a heartwarming story that addresses the challenges of self-regulation and impulse control in young children. Educators, parents, and caregivers will appreciate the way Garrett's journey opens up conversations about patience, resilience, and empathy-especially for kids who struggle with attention and hyperactivity.

This book is a helpful resource for:

• • Encouraging self-awareness and self-control
  • Building empathy for neurodivergent learners
  • Supporting social-emotional learning (SEL)
  • Fostering problem-solving and perseverance
  • Creating teachable moments in both classroom and family settings

Perfect for kids who are always on the go-and the grown-ups who love them.

Can Garrett conquer the wiggle worms? Join him on this playful, relatable journey to find out!

Help the kids in your life understand that everyone has challenges-but with a little patience and a lot of heart, we can all learn to grow!