The Echo in the Room (Advanced Fluent – Calm)
 
Right before a big presentation, Marisol’s nerves take over. Her heart races, her muscles tighten, but tucked inside her hoodie pocket is a small stone and a quiet strategy she’s learned to trust.
 
This story invites readers to explore how calm can come from within, especially during moments that feel too big. With realistic pacing, emotional depth, and subtle self-awareness, it’s written for advanced fluent readers ready to connect meaning beyond the page.
 
No one saw how she calmed herself, but she did. And that was enough.
 
A powerful tool for discussing focus, self-control, and grounding strategies before big moments in any learning setting.