I Can Pause Like a Stop Sign | Self-Control Social Skills Story for Kids

Help your students master the power of self-control with this I Can Pause Like a Stop Sign printable! This visual behavior support tool teaches young learners how to take a moment to stop, breathe, and think before reacting—just like a stop sign.

With clear language and engaging illustrations, this printable encourages students to pause before interrupting, grabbing, shouting, or acting impulsively. It's a perfect fit for social-emotional learning time, classroom behavior routines, or calm-down kits.

What’s Included:

✅ Printable full-color story with repetitive, student-friendly text

✅ Visuals showing real-life moments when pausing helps

✅ Reassuring language to support emotional regulation

✅ 7 simple reflection and comprehension questions

✅ Bonus behavior cue visuals to reinforce the concept

Why Teachers Love It:

Teaches the concept of "pause and think" using a relatable symbol

Supports impulse control and emotional awareness

Easy to implement in any classroom setting

Opens conversations about decision-making and self-talk

Great for SPED, preschool, and early elementary learners

Perfect For:

✔️ Pre-K to Grade 2

✔️ Self-regulation and behavior support

✔️ Calm-down corners or toolboxes

✔️ SPED and autism support

✔️ Morning meetings and SEL routines

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