Kid Routine & Play

Throwing toys is something almost every toddler tries at some point. Whether it’s out of frustration, boredom, or even excitement, it can be tricky for young children to manage those big bursts of energy. That’s why I created this gentle, visual social story — to help toddlers understand  why  they feel like throwing and what they can do instead. If you’ve ever found yourself saying “Please don’t throw that!” again and again, this free printable story might be just what you need.           📥 Download the Free Story  Why Do Toddlers Throw Toys? Toddlers are still learning how to handle their emotions, and they often don’t have the words to explain what they’re feeling. Throwing a toy can be a quick way for them to express something they don’t yet know how to say. It might mean: “I’m overwhelmed.” “I want attention.” “I’m done playing with this.” But the truth is, thrown toys can hurt people, damage objects, or cause big disruptions — es...

 As a daycare provider, I’ve seen toddlers experience big feelings that are hard to manage. One of the most common is  hitting  — especially when a child feels angry, frustrated, or overwhelmed. I created this  printable social story  because I needed something calm and clear for my own daycare program. A story that didn’t just say "don’t hit" but helped toddlers understand what they  can  do instead. 👉  View the story on Etsy 🛒 Shop Now on Etsy Why I Created This Story I made  When I Feel Like Hitting  after seeing the same pattern over and over in my daycare. A child would feel ignored or upset when someone didn’t share. They didn’t know how to express that feeling — so they hit. I wanted something visual, something gentle, and something that could be used again and again. This story has now become one of our most-used tools. I designed it using real moments from my program, and it’s worked better than I imagined. Wh...