Developing Social Stories for Young People with SEND

Overview

Social Stories are a practical tool to support children in understanding and responding to social situations. They can be tailored to a child's interests, helping them feel more confident and prepared in various contexts. This one say course will help practitioners to understand what a social story is and how to construct and use one.

Who is Developing Social Stories for Young People with SEND aimed at?

Childrens Social Care Staff

Course Length

1 day

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the aim of a Social Story and describe what one is.
• Identify the differing situations in which Social Stories may prove to be a helpful tool, including which children may find them useful.
• Describe the current thinking in relation to the use of Social Stories.
• Identify the stages of writing a Social Story.
• Link Social Stories to the interests or hobbies of the child they have in mind.
• Construct a Social Story.
• Feel more confident and competent in using Social Stories.