I Keep My Clothes On – Social Story
A simple social story that teaches children when and why they need to keep their clothes on.
- Grades
- Not Grade Specific
- Pages
- 15
- File type
- Preparation
- Print ready
- Subject
- Special Resources, Life Skills
- Topic
- social story, keeping clothes on
- Resource types
- Read Alouds, Activities, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
- Preparation
- Print ready
About this resource
What's inside this resource
Social stories use a patient and reassuring tone to teach children about social situations in a way that can be easily understood. Social stories are particularly useful for children on the autistic spectrum for whom social cues can be challenging and who often suffer anxiety if they do not know what to expect from a situation however social stories can also be useful for any child who is struggling to understand a situation or concept or needs help to understand a social skill or social cue, expectations, perspectives, common responses or is troubled about an upcoming event.
This social story is to help explain why we must keep our clothes on in public to help children that are getting undressed in front of others or in inappropriate places.
These books should be used over and over to reinforce the point so I would suggest either putting the pages into a display book or laminating and binding them.
Clipart images courtesy of Kari Bolt.
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In the classroom
Teaching tips & learning objectives
Learning objectives
Identify situations where clothing must stay on.
Explain why private body parts must be covered.
Follow routines for dressing, changing, and toileting appropriately.
Teaching tips
Read the story repeatedly to reinforce expectations in a calm, non-punitive way.
Pair the story with visual reminders near dressing and toileting areas.
Discuss scenarios from the story and have students practice stating the appropriate behavior.
Skills covered
Understanding privacy
Following social expectations
Self-regulation and dressing routines
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Questions teachers ask about this resource
Is this suitable for young children or neurodiverse learners?
Yes, the story uses simple language and visuals ideal for early learners or children needing explicit instruction.
Does the story address toileting situations?
Yes, it explains that pants must be pulled back up after using the toilet. 
Does it explain when nudity is appropriate?
Yes, it notes parents may see the child naked when helping with dressing or cleaning. 
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Resource details
Concepts & topics
Core concepts
Core concepts
Personal boundaries
Privacy and appropriate settings
Daily routines involving dressing
This resource addresses social-emotional and daily living skills; academic standards do not apply.
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