Why should I use social stories ?

Increase understanding: Social stories provide clear and concise information to help children understand social expectations and behaviors.

  1. Promote visual learning: Social stories use pictures and text to help children visualize and understand social situations.

  2. Reinforce skills: Social stories can be used to reinforce new skills and behaviors that children are learning.

  3. Reduce anxiety: By providing a clear understanding of social situations, social stories can help reduce anxiety and stress.

  4. Improve communication: Social stories can help improve communication by providing a common language to discuss social situations.

  5. Encourage independence: Social stories can be used to help children understand and navigate social situations on their own.

  6. Enhance social understanding: Social stories can help children develop a better understanding of social cues and expectations.

  7. Personalize learning: Social stories can be tailored to a child's specific interests and experiences, making them more engaging and effective.