Are you a parent whose child is going to Occupational Therapy?

Are you an OT looking for a social story for a child coming to the first OT session?

Do you want to help them feel more confident and prepared for their appointment?

Look no further than the Social Story Template! 

Developed by our OT Team and used by our clients, this template includes nine pages of an example social stories. It also includes customisable template for you to add your own images relevant to your child and their OT story.

Here are some of the benefits of using this template:

✔️ Social stories are an effective tool for children who are anxious or unsure about the experience.
✔️ The Social Story Template can be customised to help children understand what is going to happen during their appointment, which can reduce feelings of anxiety and uncertainty.
✔️ Social stories give children a sense of control over the situation as they can see what they are going to be doing and what to expect during the appointment.
✔️ By providing a clear and positive picture of what to expect, social stories can help children feel more confident and prepared for their OT appointment.

The Social Story Template includes a step-by-step guide to the OT appointment experience, from arriving at the waiting room to playing games and going to the sensory gym.  Your child will learn about the different rooms and how to get there, as well as what to do if it is too noisy.

By customizing the social story to your child’s needs, you can give them a sense of control. This will help ease transition across their daily routines.

Download the Social Story Template as a PowerPoint document and start customising it for your child.