Scripted Stories for Social Situations
Scripted stories help children understand social interactions,
situations, expectations, social cues, the script of unfamiliar activities,
and/or social rules. They are brief descriptive stories that provide
information regarding a social situation. When children are given
information that helps them understand the expectations of a situation,
their problem behavior within that situation is often reduced or minimized.
Use as a tool to prepare a child for a new situation, to address challenging
behavior within a social setting or situation, or to teach new skills.
How to write: Begin by observing the child
Try to take on the child’s perspective and include aspects of his
feelings or views in the story
Include usual occurrences in the social situation, clear
expectations, and the perspective of others, along with considering possible
variation
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www.autisminspiration.com
www.sandbox-learning.com (has an extensive list of tip sheets including: Six
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