My Friend is Autistic Social Story

My Friend is Autistic Social Story This 6-page social story resource explains what autism is to help children understand the condition in a friend or classmate. The story uses a reassuring tone and simple language suitable for grades K-5 to teach about autism spectrum disorder. Students will learn how autism can make social situations difficult and how to help an autistic peer feel included. The social story covers symptoms like sensory sensitivity and difficulties with communication and eye contact. It emphasizes the importance of friendship, patience, and compassion. This versatile resource can be used one-on-one, in small counseling sessions, or as a whole class activity to facilitate acceptance and kindness. The social story pages can be placed in sheet protectors and compiled in a binder for repeated interactive read-alouds over time. Clipart images provided.