Hidden in the Mud

Theme: Vulnerability panic
Symbol: Muddy drawing
Use Case: For children who hide expressive work after emotional exposure
CASEL Alignment: Self-expression

The picture is made, but hidden. This book gives dignity to the act of folding artwork away - not as failure, but as protection. Ideal for children who pour themselves into art and then immediately retract when eyes are near. This one doesn’t leave the mat.
Art Prompt: Draw something you made - and then decided not to show.