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Visiting the Eye Doctor Social Story

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Visiting the Eye Doctor Social Story preview

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Social story cover titled 'Visiting the Eye Doctor,' showing a doctor holding glasses in an open case
Cover of the eye doctor social story
Social story page 2 introduces healthy eyes with the statement that they are important for seeing properly
Page 2: Introduction to healthy eyes
Social story page 3 explains that some people need glasses to see properly and reassures readers this is OK
Page 3: Reassurance about needing glasses
Social story page 4 explains that an eye doctor checks whether our eyes are healthy and whether we need glasses
Page 4: What the eye doctor checks
Social story page 5 reassures readers, 'This is OK. The eye doctor will be very friendly,' beside a smiling doctor
Page 5: Reassurance about the doctor
Social story page 6 explains that when I arrive at the doctor, I will first wait quietly in the waiting room
Page 6: Waiting before the appointment
Social story page 7 explains that someone will call my name, and then I will walk into the doctor's office
Page 7: Being called into the office
Social story page 8 says, 'I will need to sit on a special chair,' with a child seated in an examination chair
Page 8: Sitting in the examination chair
Social story page 9 explains that the doctor uses special machines to check my eyes and says this will not hurt
Page 9: Machines used to check eyes
Social story page 10 explains that the doctor will turn the lights off for part of the exam, showing a switch
Page 10: Turning off lights during the exam
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Special Resources, Life Skills

Grades

Not Grade Specific

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File

PDF

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No
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About This Product

Visiting the Eye Doctor Social Story: A Teaching Resource

This is a valuable teaching resource, designed to help young learners navigate social interactions with ease. The approachable and empathetic tone of the content helps children grasp complex social concepts.

Who Can Benefit?
  • Educators working with students on the autistic spectrum.
  • Children who have difficulty interpreting social cues or dealing with uncertainties.
  • Any child struggling to understand certain situations or concepts.
About The Content

The content walks students through a typical visit to an optometrist - managing expectations, dispelling fears and educating about realities. This aids in boosting their self-confidence and helps manage any anxiety related to doctor visits.

A Practical Guide

This well-designed guide emphasizes repeated visits to each topic, as this equips students better for similar future scenarios. It comes in an easy-to-use PDF format spanning 21 pages that are ready-to-print-and-use. Teachers can place its pages into a display book or laminate them before binding for easier long-term usage.

Note:The Visiting the Eye Doctor Social Story aligns perfectly within special resources aimed at developing life skills among youngsters.

Harnessing Creativity For Learning


The vibrant clip art courtesy of Kari Bolt not only enhances comprehension but also appeals aesthetically.

Dual Benefits Of An Integrated Approach


Make Visiting the Eye Doctor Social Story your go-to teaching aide! Not only does it equip students emotionally but also saves educators precious time compared to traditional teaching methods. This versatile resource can be used during group sessions or assigned individually as homework. In conclusion, the Visiting the Eye Doctor Social Story is a must-have resource for every 21st-century educator due to its immense value in fostering personal growth and emotional development in youngsters.

What's Included

Contains a 21 page PDF social story

Resource Tags

eye doctor social story social skills anxiety special education

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