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Make the Most of Teachable Moments Have you ever had a student destroy school property on purpose? It's frustrating... and sometimes it feels like we're not being heard when we try to talk to these kids about why their behavior is wrong. This 8 page social narrative helps start the conversation with students on why destroying school property is wrong and how they can show respect for their learning environment.  8 Page Social Skills Story Editable Text Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collections of Social Skills Stories or Classroom Expectations.  Editable Want to edit this book?  Add in a student name or change a picture... 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

This story 14-page social narrative discusses winter break. Many of our students find that their routine helps them to feel safe, because they know what is me coming next. But winter break means breaking from the routine and all the changes may make them anxious. This social narrative gives you the opportunity to start that conversation about what the routine on break will look like.   14 Page Social Skills Story Editable Text Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices.   Editable Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

 Do you know someone who uses an AAC device to communicate? Did you know that there are many ways to communicate, even if someone can't speak? This social skills story is a great way to teach kids about respecting others, no matter how they communicate. It's also a great way to learn more about AAC devices and the different ways people use them to talk.So, if you're looking for a way to help your students understand and respect others, be sure to check out our social skills story: AAC! 10 Page Social Skills Story Editable Text Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collection of Social Skills Stories. Editable Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

Although our pets may be animals, they still have feelings. That's why it's important to always be nice to them! This 10 page social skills story can help explain why being kind to pets is so important. 10 page social skills story  Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. Editable Version Saved on Google Slides P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collection of home life related social narratives. Editable* WANT TO EDIT THIS BOOK?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

Who said doing chores had to be a chore? With this Social Skills Story, your child can learn all about the importance of helping out around the house. From learning how to pitch in and do their fair share, to understanding why some tasks may be more difficult than others, this story is sure to get them excited about chipping in. And with 12 editable pages, you can tailor the story to fit your family's needs. So go ahead and give it a try... we guarantee it'll make everyone's lives a little easier! 12 page social skills story  Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. Editable Version Saved on Google Slides P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collection of home life related social narratives. Editable* WANT TO EDIT THIS BOOK?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

Just 80 words make up about half of everyday English. Set 3 completes the year with the words that make communication expressive. AAC Core Word Builder: Set 3 is the final 20 weeks of a structured, year-long curriculum—rounding out the program with descriptive language, emotional vocabulary, and the words students need to express preferences, feelings, and observations. From Big and Little to Happy—wait, that's Set 2—from Big and Little to Sad and Silly, these are the words that turn basic communication into genuine self-expression. Created by Meg Mott, M.S., CCC-SLP, AdaptEd's resident AAC specialist and parent of an autistic son. Originally built for teletherapy in 2020 and refined across years of real classroom and clinic use, this curriculum is now trusted by SLPs, special educators, and AAC teams across the country. Set 3 covers 20 high-frequency core words across 20 weeks—each taught through seven coordinated activities designed to build expressive vocabulary, descriptive language, and emotional communication. What this curriculum gives you 20 weeks of ready-to-use AAC lessons—no prep beyond opening the file A consistent weekly structure across all 20 lessons, so students know what to expect Vocabulary that completes the curriculum with descriptive, emotional, and expressive core words Multi-modal activities that engage attention, body, and family—not just the screen Generalization built in through parent handouts and homework that extend learning beyond the session Who this is for SLPs looking for structured, evidence-aligned AAC instruction without spending Sunday nights building lessons from scratch Special education teachers supporting students with complex communication needs who want a curriculum they can actually run Teletherapy and hybrid clinicians who need engaging, screen-friendly materials that hold attention across digital sessions AAC teams looking for shared lesson materials that align across providers, classrooms, and home Parents wanting to extend AAC learning at home with structured guidance, not generic suggestions What's inside each weekly lesson Each of the 20 weeks centers on one core word, taught through seven coordinated activities: Introductory GameA low-pressure activity individually crafted for each lesson, designed to introduce the target word without performance pressure. Animated E-BookReal photographs arranged into a unique book for each word—minimum 10 pages, with movement on every page to hold attention and reinforce the word in context. Movement BreakA targeted movement activity tied to the target word—from a simple linked dance video to a custom movement game—that builds regulation into the lesson. Additional ActivityAn extra engagement that may center on a song, a video, a book extension, or a guided drawing, giving you variation across the week. Parent HandoutA take-home guide for every word, so families have direction for practicing core vocabulary at home and learning generalizes across settings. HomeworkA simple homework activity, easily shared electronically—including a flexible "book report" format that works any week of the curriculum. The 20 core words you'll teach in Set 3 Set 3's vocabulary completes the curriculum with the words that make communication expressive. These are the descriptors students use to describe what they see, the feelings they want to share, and the concepts that round out a full year of AAC instruction—from spatial words like Down and Where, to emotional vocabulary like Sad and Silly, to action concepts like Give and Fast. All Little Where Big Silly Watch Sad Some Down Dirty Clean Feel Give Fast Slow That When Ready Away All Gone Continue the curriculum with Set 1 and Set 2 Set 3 completes the curriculum that begins with Set 1 and builds through Set 2. Together, the three sets provide a full school year of structured AAC instruction. Set 1 — Weeks 1–20The foundation: Go, Help, More, Eat, Want, and the first words students need to ask, request, and connect. Set 2 — Weeks 21–40The build: Stop, Look, Good, Happy, Different, and the words that introduce regulation, evaluation, and richer interaction. Buying all three? Save $30 with the Complete Bundle (Sets 1–3, 60 weeks of lessons). Formats, delivery & purchase orders 💻 Digital download—instant access after purchase 📱 Works on iPad, laptop, Chromebook, or any device with internet access 🎓 Compatible with teletherapy, push-in, pull-out, and home use Purchase orders accepted. Email service@adapted4specialed.com

Neurodiversity Affirming Social Skills Story: I Stim & Stimming Feels Good is an excellent resource for individuals who stim and for neurotypical peers who want to better understand stimming. The two social narrative stories included in this product discuss the benefits and validity of stimming and explain that stimming is a normal, healthy behavior. This product is perfect for anyone looking to affirm neurodiversity and promote social skills! Two social narrative stories are included:  I Stim: a narrative discussing the benefits and validity of stimming 11 page social skills story Stimming Feels Good: a social narrative that is written to help neurotypical peers recognize what stimming is and to understand that it is okay 12 page social skills story   Editable versions saved on Google Slides  🖨️ Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally 📲 on any of your devices.   Editable Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

We hope you enjoy our version of this classic tale. Our simplified versions are perfect to give to emergent readers. Includes: 2 Emergent/ Easy Readers + Reading Comprehensions Questions Level 1 Reader: This version of The Gingerbread Man has been adapted based on a selection of core vocabulary/sight words, or the highest frequency words in speech and writing. Level 2 Reader: This version of The Gingerbread Man has been adapted for early/ emergent readers. Story Accompaniment: Our story accompaniments provide the visual supports to improve reading comprehension. Reading Comprehension Questions Sequencing of Story Events Characters/ Setting Visual Supports P.S. If you like this book you might want to check out our Fairy Tale bundle. Get 30% off when you purchase the full set.

Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your child about proper bathroom etiquette? Look no further than Social Skills Stories: I Can Wipe Myself. This 12-page social story describes how and why it's important to wipe yourself after going to the restroom - perfect for kids who are just learning about personal hygiene. With colorful photographs and simple text, this social skills story is sure to grab your child's attention and help them learn proper bathroom etiquette in a fun and entertaining way. 12 Page Social Skills Story Editable Text Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collection of bathroom related social narratives. Editable Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

This 10-page social narrative discusses that taking your time on work matters a lot! The faster you go the messier things can get... Not only that, but if you work too fast then more of your answers might be wrong! So take your time and do one assignment well, because when you take your time with school work good work just comes out. With our Social Narrative: Taking My Time with My Work, students learn how it feels good to take their time at school! 10 Page Social Skills Story Editable Text Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collections of Social Skills Stories or Classroom Expectations.  Editable Want to edit this book?  Add in a student name or change a picture... 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

This 11-page social narrative discusses cafeteria and lunchroom rules and expectations. It is a great book for students who eat lunch at school and includes pictures and informative text about their time in the lunchroom/cafeteria. What to expect, and what's expected of them.     11 page social skills story editable version saved on Google Slides  Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. Want to edit this book? Add in a student name or change a picture... You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 

Just 80 words make up about half of everyday English. Set 2 takes students from foundation to fluency. AAC Core Word Builder: Set 2 is the second 20 weeks of a structured, year-long curriculum—building on Set 1's foundation with vocabulary that introduces regulation, evaluation, and richer interaction. From Stop and Look to Happy and Different, these are the words that move students from basic requesting to genuine conversation. Created by Meg Mott, M.S., CCC-SLP, AdaptEd's resident AAC specialist and parent of an autistic son. Originally built for teletherapy in 2020 and refined across years of real classroom and clinic use, this curriculum is now trusted by SLPs, special educators, and AAC teams across the country. Set 2 covers 20 high-frequency core words across 20 weeks—each taught through seven coordinated activities designed to build fluency, regulation, and generalization. What this curriculum gives you 20 weeks of ready-to-use AAC lessons—no prep beyond opening the file A consistent weekly structure across all 20 lessons, so students know what to expect Vocabulary that builds on Set 1's foundation with regulatory, evaluative, and emotional core words Multi-modal activities that engage attention, body, and family—not just the screen Generalization built in through parent handouts and homework that extend learning beyond the session Who this is for SLPs looking for structured, evidence-aligned AAC instruction without spending Sunday nights building lessons from scratch Special education teachers supporting students with complex communication needs who want a curriculum they can actually run Teletherapy and hybrid clinicians who need engaging, screen-friendly materials that hold attention across digital sessions AAC teams looking for shared lesson materials that align across providers, classrooms, and home Parents wanting to extend AAC learning at home with structured guidance, not generic suggestions What's inside each weekly lesson Each of the 20 weeks centers on one core word, taught through seven coordinated activities: Introductory GameA low-pressure activity individually crafted for each lesson, designed to introduce the target word without performance pressure. Animated E-BookReal photographs arranged into a unique book for each word—minimum 10 pages, with movement on every page to hold attention and reinforce the word in context. Movement BreakA targeted movement activity tied to the target word—from a simple linked dance video to a custom movement game—that builds regulation into the lesson. Additional ActivityAn extra engagement that may center on a song, a video, a book extension, or a guided drawing, giving you variation across the week. Parent HandoutA take-home guide for every word, so families have direction for practicing core vocabulary at home and learning generalizes across settings. HomeworkA simple homework activity, easily shared electronically—including a flexible "book report" format that works any week of the curriculum. The 20 core words you'll teach in Set 2 Set 2's vocabulary builds on Set 1's foundation, introducing the words that move students from basic requesting to richer, more nuanced communication—regulation words like Stop and Wait, evaluation words like Good and Bad, and emotional vocabulary like Happy and Sick. Stop Get Look/See Up Good Make Work In Who Read Different Bad Hear/Listen Take Do Again Wait Happy Sick Out Continue the curriculum with Set 1 and Set 3 Set 2 builds on the foundation laid by Set 1 and continues toward Set 3's completing vocabulary. Together, the three sets provide a full school year of structured AAC instruction. Set 1 — Weeks 1–20The foundation: Go, Help, More, Eat, Want, and the first words students need to ask, request, and connect. Set 3 — Weeks 41–60The completion: Big, Where, Feel, Give, Ready, and the descriptive, emotional, and forward-motion words that round out the curriculum. Buying all three? Save $30 with the Complete Bundle (Sets 1–3, 60 weeks of lessons). Formats, delivery & purchase orders 💻 Digital download—instant access after purchase 📱 Works on iPad, laptop, Chromebook, or any device with internet access 🎓 Compatible with teletherapy, push-in, pull-out, and home use Purchase orders accepted. Email service@adapted4specialed.com

  Looking to Make a Trip to the Public Restroom Less Daunting? This social skills story is perfect for anyone who is just learning how to use a public restroom or has an aversion. It covers everything from navigating the space to dealing with loud noises and smelly stalls - so you can feel confident when taking on this necessary task! Perfect for children with autism or other special needs, this book will hit every point. 16 page social skills story  Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. Editable Version Saved on Google Slides P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collection of bathroom social stories or our collection of home life related social narratives. Editable* WANT TO EDIT THIS BOOK?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

This 10-page social narrative story describes what you can do when it's too loud.  Direct social skills instruction is beneficial to students with special needs. This social story can be used before an upcoming event or read regularly. Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. Editable Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

If you're looking for a way to help prepare your little one for the arrival of a new baby, look no further than Social Skills Stories: New Baby. This 14-page social narrative story describes what happens when a new baby comes home, from meeting them for the first time to watching mom and dad spend time with the new addition. It's designed to ease any anxieties your child may have about the change in family dynamics, and reassure them that they're still loved just as much. Plus, it's editable. Fill it with their own pictures that will keep them engaged from start to finish. So if you want to help make the transition a little bit smoother, pick up a copy of Social Skills Stories: New Baby today! 14-page social narrative   Editable version saved on Google Slides Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collection of life event social narratives. Editable Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻