Social Story Having My Nails Cut

Description

This social story is a great read for students who may need some support and help to understand why they need to have their nails cut, and how this might make them feel. This social story will hopefully encourage them and help them to understand the process.

Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page.

Comes in col option only – no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale.

Pages included are;
♦ My fingernails grow everyday.
♦ When my fingernails get too long, I need to have them cut.
♦ If my fingernails are too long, they might snap or scratch me or someone else.
♦ My family will help me cut my nails.
♦ My teacher will help me cut my nails.
♦ I should sit really still when I’m having my nails cut.
♦ Sometimes, I might get scared of the nail clippers. This is ok.
♦ My family will be happy when my nails are cut.
♦ My teacher will be happy when my nails are cut.
♦ When my nails are cut, they won’t be as sharp.
♦ Once my nails are cut, I can go back to playing.

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