<p><strong>The perfect story for school-age children, parents and teachers about anxiety in a post-pandemic world.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Josie was stuck at home and bored. School had ended and friends couldn''t come over to play.</p><p>Her calendar was empty, so she had to entertain herself.</p><p><br></p><p>At first it was fine keeping busy. But after weeks of playing on her own, Josie was lonely.</p><p><br></p><p>Then, finally, her mom gave her the good news she''d been waiting for! School was back open and Josie would be able to play with her friends!</p><p><br></p><p>Josie didn''t waste any time making plans. She filled her calendar with play dates and activities.</p><p><br></p><p>But, after diving back in, she starts to feel tired and restless. Her tummy is in knots.</p><p><br></p><p>Why is she so anxious?</p><p><br></p><p>After quietly considering her feelings, she decides to trust her instincts and settle her nerves by taking some extra time for herself among all her other a