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Learning from Mistakes: The Uncanny Chronicles #4

Our original Kayla comic book is back with a new chapter! In this issue, Kayla gets into trouble at school and experiences a mix of emotions. Perfect for kids ages 7–10+, this story explores behavior, emotional regulation, and how to learn from mistakes.

Uncanny Chronicles #4
Uncanny Chronicles #43 MB PDF

Age: 7-10+

Helpful Resources for Families

Kayla’s behavior leads to a conversation between her parents and Ms. Fazal. To learn why kids, act out and how to respond, visit: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/child-acting-out

Kayla feels like she let her parents down. For tips on helping kids handle big emotions, see: https://childmind.org/guide/parents-guide-to-problem-behavior/

Kayla experiences a range of emotions, including anger. To recognize signs of frustration and anger in children, visit: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/signs-of-frustrated-child-at-school

Bring Kayla's World to Life

Kids can keep the adventure going with our free Kayla Coloring Book! Packed with scenes from The Uncanny Chronicles, it’s a fun way for kids to express their creativity while staying connected to the story.

Get your free coloring book here:

Uncanny Chronicles Drawing Book8 MB PDF
Suggested Citation

National Center on Improving Literacy. (2019). Learning from Mistakes: The Uncanny Chronicles #4. https://www.improvingliteracy.org/learning-from-mistakes-uncanny-chronicles-4

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