Social Stories
Helping students feel prepared, confident and included for the experiences that matter.
01
Ready, Set, Sports Day!
A gentle social story that helps young children know what to expect on Sports Day, from getting ready and joining in to cheering for others. Designed to build confidence, reduce uncertainty and help every child feel prepared to participate in their own way.
02
Going on an Excursion
A gentle social story that helps young children know what to expect before, during and after a school excursion. From getting ready and travelling on the bus to exploring a new place and returning to school, it helps children feel prepared, confident and ready for the adventure.
03
Going to a Performance
A gentle social story that helps young children know what to expect when they go to a school performance. From travelling to the venue and finding a seat to watching the performance and returning to school, it helps children feel prepared, confident and comfortable in a new experience.
04
Going to Assembly
A gentle social story that helps young children know what to expect before and during a school assembly. From walking to the assembly space and finding a place to sit to listening, participating and returning to class, it helps children feel prepared, confident and comfortable in a busy shared experience.
05
My Teacher is Away Today
A gentle social story that helps young children understand what to expect when their usual teacher is away. It prepares children for changes to their familiar school routine, including having a different teacher, and supports them to feel safe, confident and ready for the day.
06
Ready for Book Week
A gentle social story that helps young children know what to expect during Book Week at school. It explores the different ways children might celebrate, from dressing up and sharing books to joining in with activities, while reminding children that everyone can celebrate Book Week in their own way.
07
School Photos
A gentle social story that helps students know what to expect when school photo day arrives. From getting ready and waiting for their turn to meeting the photographer and having their photo taken, it helps children feel prepared, confident and comfortable with the experience.
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School Social Stories
A collection of gentle social stories designed to help students feel prepared, confident and included during a range of familiar school experiences. From Sports Day and excursions to assemblies, performances, Book Week and school photos, each story helps children understand what to expect and navigate changes to their usual school routine.
