Description

This social story is created to support children who may struggle with making safe choices when they feel angry, overwhelmed, or upset. It clearly explains the importance of staying calm and choosing safe behaviors, even when emotions feel big.

The story reviews basic safety expectations, such as walking calmly in hallways, remaining in the classroom unless permission is given, keeping feet off furniture, and following teacher directions. It also encourages children to ask for help when needed and reinforces that following these guidelines helps keep everyone, including themselves, safe.

What’s Included

• A 23-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