Social Story Example 3

Scenario

Fred is a fifth grader diagnosed with autism. He has a limited vocabulary but is able to understand more than he can verbalize. When he encounters a person he knows, Fred does not respond appropriately.

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When I see someone I know, usually I smile and say "Hi." (Descriptive)

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Sometimes if I pass someone I know in the hall or while I’m out, I can smile, wave, or just nod my head. (Descriptive)
Most people like it when I smile at them, because it makes them feel good. (Perspective)

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If I visit a good friend or a relative, I can shake their hand. (Descriptive) I could also give them a pat on the back or a small hug. (Descriptive)

Social Story Example 4

Scenario

Jeff is a eleventh grader diagnosed with autism. He does not shower regularly and the other kids in his class have been complaining.

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People at school shower every day. (Descriptive)
They like to smell good. (Perspective)
I like to smell good, too, so I will take a shower every day. (Perspective)
Taking a warm shower can be relaxing and the smell of soap on my skin and shampoo in my hair is refreshing. (Descriptive)

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When I am finished scrubbing my body and washing my hair, I need to rinse all the soap off. (Descriptive)
When I am done, I turn off the shower and dry off. (Descriptive)
I enjoy taking a shower every day, and so do my classmates. (Perspective)