Guacimara the Capybara: A Story to Talk About Fear and Build Calm - emotional regulation - with Acti

How can we support our children through their fears?

Very few people, at any age, remember what to do when this emotion appears. Fear has a positive purpose, and in this story, we will discover it together.

Guacimara the Capybara is an illustrated story that transforms "I'm scared" into a moment of connection and learning through breathing, listening, and trust.

Guacimara, a calm and observant capybara, accompanies a little mouse named Martin on a journey along the riverbank. Together, they discover that fear is not an enemy, but a message that can be listened to with kindness-and even become a force for growth.

This is not just a book to read; it is a supportive tool. At the end, you will find practical mindfulness activities adapted for children and young people:

• Guided breathing exercises
• Simple mindfulness practices
• Conversation prompts to talk about emotions as a family
• An introduction to meditation through small, accessible steps

• Children aged 5 and up
• Preteens and young people seeking to understand their emotions from a new perspective
• Families who want to raise children with calm and respect
• Teachers, psychologists, and professionals in emotional education or art therapy

• Before bedtime as a relaxing routine
• During moments of restlessness or mild anxiety
• As a teaching resource in the classroom or calm spaces at home

This is the first title in the series Stories About Emotions for Children and Adults, a collection designed to provide families with real, practical tools to navigate the emotional world with confidence.

If you want your child not only to hear a story, but to learn how to manage what they feel, this book is for your family.