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Fire Drills Social Story

Social story for students who find fire drills hard, told in the first person: hearing the alarm, staying calm, lining up, walking outside sensibly, waiting patiently and returning to school safely.
Grades
Not Grade Specific
File type
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Updated Oct 26, 2026

Topic
fire safety, social skills
Preparation
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What's inside this resource

Embrace this dynamic teaching tool into your learning resource collection - The Fire Drills Social Story. An essential guide tailored to help students, particularly those on the autistic spectrum, navigate through unexpected changes in their routine like fire drills.

Product Highlights

  • A 12-page PDF story
  • A patient and empowering narrative
  • Incorporation of calming techniques during change
  • Bespoke clipart illustrations from renowned artists Kari Bolt, Little Red and Whimsy Clips.

About the Product:

This resource is designed with professionalism and empathy to discuss a sudden change such as an unexplained fire drill that could be overwhelming for some children. It not only elucidates why these drills are important but also helps children manage their feelings during such instances allowing them to adapt better.

To maximize its effectiveness, it's recommended that educators use this story repetitively until its message becomes familiar amongst students - akin to reading favorite stories at bedtime until every character becomes familiar territory. Laminate these pages or incorporate them into a display book for fluent revisits anytime required during lessons.

It’s not just informative but is also visually appealing thanks to special clipart illustrations from Kari Bolt, Little Red and Whimsy Clips.

Ideal Usage:

Whether you're planning your next small group discussion or thinking about relevant homework assignments - Include the Fire Drill Social Story in your syllabus today! This storytelling asset accommodates well into diverse learning environments – buzzing classrooms or tranquil homeschooling settings.

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Concepts & topics

Core concepts

  • Fire drill procedures
  • Staying calm
  • Waiting patiently

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