Interrupting and Blurting Out: A Social Skills Resource for Kids
This Interrupting and Blurting Out resource is designed to help children understand why interrupting conversations can be frustrating for others and how to develop better self-control when speaking. Based on the book “My Mouth is a Volcano” by Julia Cook, it explains how interrupting is like a volcano erupting—words bubble up and spill out before it is the right time to speak. The resource differentiates between interrupting and blurting out, highlights how it affects others, and provides practical strategies to help children pause, take a deep breath, and wait for their turn. Ideal for classrooms, therapy sessions, and social-emotional learning, this resource helps children develop better communication skills, patience, and self-awareness.
