Social Story: Going to the Mall. Going to the mall can be an overwhelming experience for many of our children and students. There are many sights, sounds and crowds that can cause our students anxiety and stress. This social story was created to help make a child’s experience at the mall more predictable and enjoyable. This 13 page social story guides children through what to expect when visiting the mall - from arriving, to the sights, sounds and smells encountered, possible interactions, and leaving for home. The social story conveys these themes using engaging visuals and developmentally appropriate language suited to elementary and special education students. We hope this social story will help you help the children and students you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 13 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with children Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you.

This brief social story/script: Keeping My Hands to Myself, encourages students to keep their hands to self, and to discourage less desirable behaviours (e.g., touching, poking, etc.). It is in PDF format (8.5x11 inches), and so can be easily printed and laminated. It uses simple language and engaging visuals, and can be used across all grades and developmental levels. I have personally used this social story in individual and group format, and across nursery, elementary and junior high levels, in regular and special education settings. I hope this resource helps you, help your students! I welcome your reviews and comments, as I am always striving to create valuable tools and resources for my fellow educators. Thank you!

This Social Story: Stimming is My Superpower, discusses the concept of Stimming, a common behaviour in children with. The story reframes stimming as a child’s SUPERPOWER - in that it helps students communicate their feeling and thoughts, and to self-regulate by calming their minds, bodies and voices. It talks about and validates the various moods that can bring on stimming behaviours, and how to best communicate (using words and/or pictures) to adults (teachers, parents) about their need to stim. The social story provides 17 pages of visual, child-friendly content. It is in Powerpoint file, in 8.5x11 inch format, so it can be both presented (projector or Smartboard), and printed out on regular printer paper. It can be used individually or in small group or whole classroom settings. It is best suited for Grades K to 6, but can be used in junior high and high school settings as well, particularly with special education settings. As always, please leave feedback and review so that I may continue to provide practical resources to my fellow educators. Thank you!

DIGITAL DOWNLOAD | INSTANTLY PRINTABLE | HIGH-RESOLUTION PDF FILE Sometimes our students struggle with the need to move their bodies. This is a social story meant to teach students about Fidgeting, and what they can do to help themselves to fidget in healthy ways, without distracting themselves or others. It is in PDF format (8.5"x11"), and so can easily be printed and/or laminated. It is presented in a simple, fun and visual format, and can be used across all ages and developmental levels. I have personally used it in individual and group format, in elementary and special needs junior high/high school classrooms. Feel free to edit, as you feel is appropriate, to your specific situation/needs. I hope it helps you, help your students. WHAT’S INCLUDED: 1 High-Resolution PDF File, 8.5"x11"

DIGITAL DOWNLOAD | PRINTABLE SOCIAL STORY High-Resolution PDF | 8.5"x11" Format This social story on Personal Hygiene is a resource for teachers and parents to assist children and students with managing their own personal hygiene. This resource is 9 pages, and in PDF format (8.5 x 11), and so can be easily printed. It contains developmentally appropriate language and engaging visuals in order to engage the child in a fun and interactive way. WHAT’S INCLUDED: 1 High-Resolution colour PDF file, in 8.5x11 format HOW TO PRINT: Following purchase, your file will be emailed to you for printing. Simply Print, laminate if you wish, and staple, bind or place in duotang or folder to use with students and children. Download, print, and enjoy! PERSONAL NOTE: We love what we do, and do our best to provide a wide variety of options, quality resources, and flexibility in printing our digital files, all in attempts to make your life easier! PLEASE NOTE: No physical product will be shipped, as this is a digital download. Colours may vary slightly due to different colour monitor/calibration. This purchase is licensed for PERSONAL USE ONLY. All Digital Prints are copyright of The Wellness Playground. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CHECK OUT OUR OTHER LISTINGS, AND FOLLOW OUR PAGE FOR UPDATES ON NEW PRODUCTS AND SALES. THANK YOU FOR VISITING!

Printable Social Story | Digital Resource Social Story - When I Am Frustrated This Social Story: When I Am Frustrated, is meant to teach students that becoming frustrated and having strong feelings is normal, but there are healthy ways to cope with frustration, and effective strategies to self-regulate and calm down. The social story is in PDF format (8.5"x11") and so is easily printable, and can be laminated and placed in binder for use with students. It uses developmentally appropriate language and engaging visuals to keep student interest. As always, please leave us our feedback and reviews, so that we may continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. And, please FOLLOW OUR PAGE for updates and new resources. Thank you! WHAT’S INCLUDED: 1 High-Resolution colour PDF file, in 8.5x11 format HOW TO PRINT: Following purchase, your file will be emailed to you for printing. Simply Print, laminate if you wish, and staple, bind or place in duotang or folder to use with students and children. Download, print, and enjoy! PERSONAL NOTE: We love what we do, and do our best to provide a wide variety of options, quality resources, and flexibility in printing our digital files, all in attempts to make your life easier! Please provide your feedback, so we may continue to offer worthwhile products! PLEASE NOTE: No physical product will be shipped, as this is a digital download. Colours may vary slightly due to different colour monitor/calibration. Thanks for visiting our shop, and please feel free to check out our other listings!

INSTANT DOWNLOAD | 10 PRINTABLE SOCIAL STORIES | HIGH-RESOLUTION PDF FILES This Bundle consists of 10 resources to assist children with developing essential self-regulation skills. Each resource is easy to follow, practical, and uses simple language and engaging visuals to communicate concepts. They are tailored to elementary and junior high ages, but are suitable across all developmental levels, for regular and special education settings. They are in PDF, 8.5 x 11, format, and and so can be easily printed and laminated, and/or presented on-screen to a classroom. Each story ranges from 3 to 16 pages long. The range of topics include breathing techniques, mindfulness, sensory needs, managing strong emotions, modulating voice volume, and coping with high stimulation environments and events. WHATS INCLUDED: 10 Social Stories Each in High-Resolution colour PDF; 8.5"x11" Format: Social Story- How I can Relax with Calm Breathing (Basic Concepts) Social Story - My Sensory Needs (and How to Self-Regulate) Social Story - Stimming is My Super Power Social Story - How to Cope When Things are Too Loud Social Story - What to Do When I Get Upset or Angry Social Story - What to Do When My Body Needs to Fidget Social Story - Controlling My Voice Volume Social Story - Managing Strong Emotions Social Story - 8 Easy Ways I Can Practice Calm Breathing Social Story - Personal Space We hope this resource is helpful to you and the children you work with! Enjoy, and please leave your feedback.

This** Anxiety Intervention Bundle offers 8 unique activities**, social stories and strategies tailored to help children manage children and youth’s anxiety across all settings: Breathing & Grounding Strategies for Kids Social Story: 8 Easy Ways I Can Practice Calm Breathing Social Story: Calm Breathing (Basic Concepts) Social Story: What To Do When I Feel Worried or Anxious Anxiety Busters Activity My Worry Bubbles Activity Taming Your Thoughts: CBT Intervention Worry Tree Activity Each intervention includes detailed instructions and sample pages for ease of understanding and use. WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE: You will receive 5 zip files, with each resource in PNG and/or PDF format, and 8.5"x11" sizing - this allows for high-resolution images and easy printing from your home or office printer. You may, of course, also choose to print from a local print/copy shop, or upload to an online printing service to have the print delivered to your door. PERSONAL NOTE: We love what we do, and do our best to provide a wide variety of options, fun products, and flexibility in printing our digital files, all in attempts to make your life easier! Please provide your feedback, so we may continue to offer worthwhile products! PLEASE NOTE: No physical product will be shipped and the frame is not included. Colours may vary slightly due to different colour monitor/calibration. This purchase is licensed for PERSONAL USE ONLY. All Digital Prints are copyright of The Wellness Playground. THANKS FOR VISITING, and FEEL FREE TO CHECK OUT OUR OTHER LISTINGS.

This **social story, Touching Other People: Respecting Personal Boundaries, **focuses on the importance of respecting personal boundaries, when faced with situations where children may be touching other people. The social story describes the importance of respecting our own bodies, and respecting the right of others to say “no” or “yes” in response to being touched, whether it is in any context, such as play, a hug, or in a group setting. Simple examples are provided, using engaging visuals and developmentally appropriate language geared for elementary students and special education students. We hope this resource helps you to help the children you work with! What you will receive: 1 High-Quality Colour PDF File Size: 8.5x11 inches 9 Pages How to print and use: Download to your device Print at home, or using a local or online print service Bind in a folder, binder or duotang Note: Should you need another file format (e.g., JPEG, PNG) simply let us know and we can do this for you. Be sure to follow our store for updates on new products and flash sales. We love what we do, so please provide your feedback and review so we may continue to create worthwhile products! Thank you!

Some of our students, whether they are simply very young, or have conditions that interfere with personal boundaries and impulsivity (ADHD, ASD, FASD, etc.), have tendencies to remove their clothing at inappropriate times throughout the day, either at school or other social settings. This Social Story: Keeping My Clothes On, focuses on teaching children the importance of keeping their clothes on at school and other public places. The story explains the concept of clothing, and when and where it may be appropriate to wear and not to wear clothing. The social story uses practical examples, engaging visuals and developmentally appropriate language tailored to elementary years and special education students. We hope this resource helps you to help the children you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 8 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with children Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you.

**Social Story: Picking My Nose. ** We all get boogers in our noses, but many students pick their noses without using tissues or washing their hands. This can become an unsanitary and bothersome habit, especially in the classroom. This social story explains the concepts of germs and cleanliness, and reinforces the importance of not using your finger to pick your nose, and remembering to use a tissue instead. The story uses engaging visuals, and developmentally appropriate language suited to elementary and special education settings. We hope this social story will help you help the children and students you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 17 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with children Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you.

Social Story: Going to the Park. Going to the park or playground can be an unpredictable and overwhelming experience for many of our children and students, especially those with specialized needs. This social story guides children through what to expect when at the park - from the sights, sounds and people (and animals) encountered, activities to do, and overall experience - making a trip to the park a more predictable experience. The social story conveys these themes using engaging visuals and developmentally appropriate language suited to elementary and special education students. We hope this social story will help you help the children and students you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 14 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with children Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you.

Social Story: Going to the Public Pool. Going to the public pool can be an overwhelming and unpredictable experience for many of our children and students, especially those with sensory needs (e.g., ASD, FASD, ADHD ,etc). This social story guides children through what to expect when visiting the public pool - from arriving, to the sights, sounds and people encountered, possible challenges, and overall experience - so they may feel more comfortable going to the pool. The social story conveys these themes using engaging visuals and developmentally appropriate language suited to elementary and special education students. We hope this social story will help you help the children and students you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 15 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with children Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you.

Social Story: Going to School (A Place for Learning). Going to school is an important milestone for every child, but many of our children and students have a hard time making this transition and understanding school expectations. This social story explains what school is in simple terms, and elaborates on when and how learning is accomplished, while still having fun at school! This 15-page social story conveys these themes using engaging visuals and developmentally appropriate language suited to elementary and special education students. We hope this social story will help you help the children and students you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 15 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with children Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you.

Social Story: Riding on an Elevator. Riding on an elevator is a life skill that is useful. However, many children and students do not have experience on elevator, and elevators can be particularly anxiety-provoking for children with specialized needs (e.g., ASD, ADHD, FASD, sensory sensitivites, etc.). This social story guides the user through what to expect when riding on an elevator - including what it looks like, what it feels like, and how to ride on one, step by step. This visual guide makes riding an elevator more predictable and less stressful for children. The social story conveys these themes using engaging visuals and developmentally appropriate language suited to elementary and special education students. We hope this social story will help you help the children and students you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 16 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with children Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you.

Social Story: Going Camping. Going camping can be a fun experience, but many of our children and students either have not had the opportunity to go camping, or find the idea of camping anxiety-provoking and stressful. This is particularly true for our students with specialized needs. This 12-page social story guides the user through what to expect when going camping - including what it looks like, what it feels and sounds like, what activities to expect, and the possible wildlife and experiences encountered. This visual guide makes camping more predictable and less stressful for children. The social story conveys these themes using engaging visuals and developmentally appropriate language suited to elementary and special education students. We hope this social story will help you help the children and students you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 12 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with children Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you.

Social Story: When I’m Feeling Sad We all experience different feelings at different times. One of these feelings is sadness. This feelings social story helps students to define sadness, recognize when they may be feeling sad, and reinforces that strong feelings are temporary, and that we can all learn healthy strategies to manage sadness. The social story conveys these themes using engaging visuals and developmentally appropriate language suited to elementary and special education students. We hope this social story will help you help the children and students you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 11 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with children Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you.

Social Story: Poking is Not Okay Many children and students have difficulty keeping their hands to themselves, and resort to behaviours such as poking. Poking can be done using hands or fingers, and can be aggravating to other peers and adults. This social story provides an overview of poking, and offers alternative behaviours that are healthier, safer and more appropriate. This 8 page social story conveys these themes using practical examples, engaging visuals, and developmentally appropriate language suited to elementary and special education students. We hope this social story will help you help the children and students you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 8 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with your students Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you.

Social Story: Riding a Bicycle. Riding a bicycle is a fun life skill that is useful for many of our children and students. This social story guides the user through what to expect when learning to ride a bike - including safety rules, what it looks like, what it feels like, and how to ride on one, step by step. This visual guide makes riding a bike more predictable and less stressful for children. The social story conveys these themes using engaging visuals and developmentally appropriate language suited to elementary and special education students. We hope this social story will help you help the children and students you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 10 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with children Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you!

**Social Story: Eating at the Table. ** Eating at the table is commonly expected within most households and schools. However, our children and students often have difficulty either learning or remembering the appropriate skills and etiquette expected for eating at the table. This social story follows expectations for eating at the table, along with their rationale, and reinforces good manners and etiquette around staying seated and taking breaks. The story uses engaging visuals, and developmentally appropriate language suited to elementary and special education settings. We hope this social story will help you help the children and students you work with! What You Will Receive: 1 high-quality PDF file 8.5"x11" in size 10 Pages How to Use: After uploading product, save file to your device Print either at home, or via local print provider or online print service Bind, laminate, or place in duotang to use with children Personal Note: Should you require a different file format or size, let us know and we can do this for you. We love what we do and so would appreciate your feedback and review so we can continue to provide practical resources to our fellow educators. Thank you.