Description

This social story supports children in learning healthy hygiene routines and appropriate bathroom behaviors, particularly for those who may handle or play with their bowel movements. Using clear, age-appropriate language and supportive visuals, it explains that poo belongs in the toilet, outlines the steps to follow after using the bathroom, and highlights the importance of staying clean to keep our bodies healthy.

The story gently addresses why touching or smearing poo is unsafe and unhygienic, while guiding children toward safer, more appropriate choices and positive bathroom habits.

What’s Included

• A 13-page social story
• A shortened, hands-on version with removable picture pieces children can place on each page for added engagement
• Ebook teaching slides suitable for small groups or whole-class lessons

Why Social Stories Are Effective

Social stories break down topics in a calm, reassuring way that makes them easier for children to understand. They are helpful for children who need extra support with routines, boundaries, or social understanding, and are especially beneficial for autistic children who may find social expectations unclear or overwhelming.

How to Use This Story

• Read the story together in a calm, quiet setting
• Begin by reading it a couple of times, then revisit it often
• Incorporate it into a regular routine
• If the story supports a specific behavior, read it around that time—not as a consequence
• Keep the tone positive and celebrate progress
• For long-term use, place the pages in a folder or laminate and bind them so they can be reused