This social story is designed to prepare children for the experience of feeling unwell. It provides a gentle and reassuring explanation of what it might mean when they start to feel sick and outlines different ways in which they may experience illness. With comforting language and supportive illustrations, this social story helps children understand that being unwell is a normal experience and guides them on how to manage it with care and support.
What’s Inside?
Along with a 17-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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Emotions Social Stories Bundle
This bundle of 9 social stories is designed to help children explore and understand their emotions, how these feelings manifest in the body, and how to cope with challenging emotions. With simple language and engaging visuals, each story helps children identify their feelings, recognise triggers, and learn healthy coping strategies for managing both positive and difficult emotions. Includes: * Sometimes I Feel Happy * Sometimes I Feel Sad * Sometimes I Feel Scared * Sometimes I Feel Angry * Sometimes I Feel Jealous * Sometimes People Cry * Sometimes I Feel Anxious * Sometimes I Get Depressed * Sometimes I Feel Poorly Social stories use a calm, reassuring tone to help children grasp social situations and emotions in a way that is easy to understand. These stories are especially beneficial for children on the autism spectrum who may struggle with emotional awareness or social cues and may feel anxious when they don’t know what to expect. For best results, these stories should be revisited regularly. We recommend placing them in a display book or laminating and binding the pages for repeated use.
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Looking After Myself Social Story Bundle
This bundle of 11 social stories is designed to help children understand and practice essential self-care routines while also preparing them for important health-related visits. Using simple language and engaging visuals, each story guides children step-by-step through everyday hygiene tasks and medical appointments, helping them feel more confident and comfortable. Includes: * Going to the Toilet * Feeling Poorly * Personal Hygiene (Looking After Myself) * Looking After My Hair * Looking After My Teeth * Wearing Glasses * Visiting the Dentist * Visiting the Doctor * Visiting the Eye Doctor * Getting a Blood Test * Washing My Hands Social stories are a helpful tool to teach children about various situations in a calm, reassuring way. They can be especially beneficial for children on the autism spectrum who may struggle with social cues or experience anxiety when facing new experiences. By explaining situations clearly, these stories reduce uncertainty and help children navigate the world with greater confidence. We recommend using these stories regularly to reinforce key concepts. For ease of access, consider placing them in a display book or laminating and binding the pages.
£22.00
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