This social story helps children understand the importance of keeping their hands to themselves, especially when it comes to touching or poking others or handling someone else’s belongings. It teaches respect for personal space and boundaries.
Perfect for teachers, parents, and caregivers, this story encourages respectful behaviour in social settings, helping children learn to be considerate of others and understand the importance of boundaries.
What’s Inside?
Along with a 12-page social story, there’s also a shorter, adapted version with movable pictures to help engage children on each page.
Why Is This Social Story Helpful?
Social stories use a gentle and reassuring tone to teach children about social situations in a way that’s easy to understand. They are particularly useful for:
• Children who struggle to grasp social concepts.
• Learning social skills, social cues, and appropriate responses.
• Providing guidance on expectations, emotions, and problem-solving.
• Supporting autistic children who may find social interactions challenging and benefit from clear, structured explanations.
How to Use This Story Effectively
• Create a focused environment – Read the story in a quiet space with minimal distractions.
• Read it regularly – Start by reading it twice, then revisit it often to reinforce learning.
• Incorporate it into daily routines – Use the story as part of a structured schedule.
• Use it when needed – If the child struggles with apologising, read the story at relevant moments (without making it feel like a punishment).
• Encourage and praise – Keep the experience positive, reinforcing good behavior with encouragement.
Durability & Reusability
For long-term use, consider laminating and binding the pages or placing them in a display book. This allows for repeated reading and reinforcement, making the lesson more effective over time.
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Classroom Behaviour Social Story Bundle
Support your child's success in the classroom with our "Classroom Behaviour" Social Stories Bundle. This set of 14 stories is designed to clearly outline the behavioral expectations in a school environment, helping children understand and practice positive behaviors. Each story provides straightforward, easy-to-follow examples that make classroom rules and routines more accessible and easier to manage. Includes: * Inside Voice * Putting My Hand Up * Keeping My Hands to Myself * Copying Silly Behaviour * Good Listening * Transitions * Cooperating * Cheating * Choices and Consequences * Following the Rules * Leaving the Classroom * Safe Behaviour at School * Walking on the Stairs * Taking Turns Social stories use a gentle, reassuring tone to teach children about social situations, providing clarity in ways that are simple and understandable. They are especially helpful for children on the autism spectrum who may find social cues challenging or experience anxiety when they don't know what to expect. These stories should be used repeatedly to reinforce key lessons. To make them more accessible and durable, consider placing the pages in a display book or laminating and binding them for regular use.
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Social Skills Social Story Bundle
Help children develop essential social skills with our "Social Skills" Social Stories Bundle. This set of 14 stories is specifically designed to teach children important social behaviors, encouraging positive interactions and helping them build stronger relationships with others. Each story uses clear, relatable examples to guide children in mastering social skills that will support their success both in school and in everyday life. Includes: * Accepting Compliments * Am I Being Bossy? * Bragging * Interrupting * Manners * Personal Space * Playing With Friends * Rumors * Saying Sorry * Keeping My Hands to Myself * Sharing * Being a Good Listener * Table Manners * Telling the Truth Social stories use a calm, reassuring tone to explain social situations in a way that is easy for children to understand. They are particularly helpful for children on the autism spectrum, who may struggle with social cues and experience anxiety when faced with new situations. By clearly outlining expectations and providing guidance, social stories help children navigate various social interactions with confidence. For optimal use, we recommend reviewing these stories regularly. To make the stories more accessible, consider placing them in a display book or laminating and binding the pages.
£28.00
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