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This social story is designed to help children understand and embrace the emotion of happiness. It introduces the concept of happiness in an engaging and accessible way, describing what happiness feels like and highlighting the positive emotions and physical sensations, such as smiling, feeling warm inside, and having a cheerful attitude.

Using simple and relatable examples, the story explores different things that can make us feel happy. With friendly illustrations and clear language, this social story helps children recognize and celebrate happiness, fostering a positive mindset and encouraging them to seek out joyful moments in their lives.

What’s Inside?
Along with a 14-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.