For Henry, lockdown drills can be scary. Staying quiet and still is tough, but with the support of his teacher, hes able to stay calm. This reassuring story explores the complex emotions surrounding school lockdown drills and includes helpful resources from a school psychologist and safety expert. nI wish today was like every other day. nBut it isnt. nToday my stomach is twisted in the middle nlike a bunch of tissue paper butterflies. n nDuring his schools lockdown drill, Henry tries to make himself as small, and still, and quiet as possible, but even though he knows its just a drill and its not real, he still doesnt like it. And even when the drill is over, it doesnt feel over for him. n nLuckily, Henrys teacher is there to offer guidance and reassurance. Together, they practice breathing exercises and focus on what Henry can smell right now to help anchor him in the present. And, most importantly, they talk about his feelings until he feels safe--until the tissue paper butterflies in his stomach untwist and fly away. n nWith poetic prose and gentle artwork, this accessible picture book serves as an ideal starting point for discussions about lockdown drills and includes helpful resources for parents and teachers, such as discussion questions, a mindfulness exercise guide, and best practices for reducing the potential for trauma when conducting lockdown drills.n