Description
Use this editable social story to support students and individuals to prevent biting others.
The social story walks through:
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Why biting is harmful for both the individual and others
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Acknowledging the individual's strong and big emotions
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Building self-awareness of feelings and the why (which are difficult for Autistic and neurodivergent students!)
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How they can share what they need/want to do in the moment
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Providing a visual choice board of what to do next instead of biting
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How this choice can be more helpful in the long run for them to share what they need, whether it is related to sensory, self-regulation, etc.
Individuals can refer to this social story booklet for information, continued choices, reminders, and as a reference point. Written from the perspective of the individual, centered on their experience, and supports understanding.
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About the Resource
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Using the Resource
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Resource Walkthrough
Printable Social Story Booklet
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Social Story Booklet PDF
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12 pages
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Blank Choice Board
Digital + Editable Social Story Booklet
While you can use this social story in a variety of ways at home, at school, and other community locations, some suggested uses are included below:
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Teaching about biting
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Explaining why biting is harmful and what to do instead to move forward
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Visual reminders of what the student can do (they can use this booklet! and the choice board inside)
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Planning out how they want to be proactive and decide what to do in the moment
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Place in a self-regulation station or calm down corner
