Gus Feels Bored

Gus Feels Bored: A Children's Book About Boredom, Big Feelings, and Emotional Skills (Social Emotional Learning for Kids) (The Shape Squad Series) What if boredom isn't something to escape… but something that can spark an idea? Meet Gus, a strong grey rectangle who feels stuck in the Heavy Grey — that slow, droopy feeling when nothing seems fun and time crawls by. He waits for someone to make the fun arrive. But it doesn't. With a little help from Tag, Gus discovers a simple, playful technique called the Brain Spark. By rubbing his hands, warming his body, and turning on his imagination, the grey fog begins to melt — and Gus realises that fun can start from inside. Gus Feels Bored is an empowering Social Emotional Learning story that helps children understand low-energy feelings and build creativity, independence, and self-motivation. As children follow Gus's journey, they also naturally absorb early learning concepts including shapes, counting, problem-solving, and imaginative play — woven into the story so learning happens without pressure. Perfect for children who: • often say "I'm bored" • struggle with independent play • rely on screens for entertainment • feel low-energy or unmotivated • need help starting activities This supportive story helps children: • recognise boredom in their body • learn a simple self-activation strategy • build creativity and imagination • develop independent play skills • grow confidence in their own ideas BONUS ACTIVITIES INCLUDED Inside the book via QR code you'll find creativity prompts, printable classroom resources, and a helpful parent & teacher guide. Ideal for home, preschool, classroom, and SEN environments. Part of The Shape Squad Series — stories created to build emotional skills for life while gently supporting early childhood development.