▶ Listen to the Story
Find a comfortable spot, take a few deep breaths, and press play to listen.
Length: about 8 minutes · Recommended for K–5 listeners
About This Story
In this audio story, Manny the Manta Ray has one of those days where everything feels too loud and too busy. With help from his ocean friends, Manny discovers how using his breath—Manta Glide—can help him move from big, overwhelming feelings back toward calm.
You can use this story during circle time, in a Calm Corner, before bedtime, or anytime kids need a gentle reminder that all feelings are okay—and that their breath can help.
Ideas for Using Manny's Story
- Start with a breath: Invite students to take one Manta Glide breath together before you press play.
- Listen together: Play the story while students sit or lie comfortably, eyes open or closed.
- Notice body clues: After listening, ask, "What did you notice in your body while Manny was finding his calm?"
- Practice Manta Glide: Stand up and try 3–4 Manta Glide breaths, gliding your arms like Manny's wings.
- Reflect: Invite students to share a time when they might try Manta Glide in their own lives.
All Zones are okay. This story simply gives kids a gentle way to move toward calm when they are ready.