My Friend Wears Leg Braces

My Friend Wears Leg Braces is a social story resource designed to help children understand why some people wear leg braces. Using a reassuring, straightforward tone and relatable imagery, this 6-page PDF teaches what leg braces are, why someone may need to wear them, and what that experience is like for the person. Educators can use this versatile resource in small groups, whole class settings, or as a take-home assignment to build social-emotional skills. By reading these social stories repeatedly, students will gain empathy and learn appropriate ways to think about and interact with classmates who wear leg braces. This practical resource helps educators thoughtfully foster inclusion, diversity awareness, and kindness among students.