DRAW · COLOUR · TALK TOGETHER
A little cosy-corner activity
Who would you sit beside? What would you bring? Choose a comfort together, then draw your own cosy corner on the free sheet below.
Suggested for ages 3–6 with a grown-up, or anyone who enjoys drawing. Allow around ten minutes and bring paper and colouring pencils. Try it at a relaxed moment; there is no need to wait for a storm.
Your idea: a favourite toy. What would make it special for you?
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THE NOT SO SCARY… · FREE FAMILY ACTIVITY
My cosy corner
Draw, colour and talk together. There are no right answers.
Someone I like to sit with
Draw a person you could share a story with.
Something I like to hold
Draw your favourite toy, blanket or another comfort.
Our cosy corner
Put your ideas together. What colours would you choose?
For grown-ups: let your child lead the drawing and conversation. They can skip any prompt.
A companion activity for The Not So Scary Thunder by Kayleigh Waterman.
Find the story at thenotsoscary.com/books/thunder
Meet Milo, Mum and Teddy
In The Not So Scary Thunder, Milo hears a storm outside and explores his feelings with Mum and Teddy beside him. This original drawing activity offers another moment to share after the story, or to enjoy on its own.
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