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Social Story: Bedtime Routine

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This social story about getting ready for bed helps children understand a calming bedtime routine in a simple and predictable way. It gently guides them through steps like putting on pyjamas, brushing teeth, and winding down, helping bedtime feel safer and less stressful.

Who is this social story for?

This story is helpful for children who struggle with bedtime transitions, especially those who feel more secure with routine and repetition.

When can I use this social story?

Use it a few hours before bedtime, during quiet evening moments, or when introducing a more structured bedtime routine.

What does this story help with?

  • building a calm and predictable bedtime routine
  • reducing resistance at bedtime
  • encouraging independence with evening tasks
  • helping children feel ready to sleep

Sometimes at bedtime when my mum tells me to go to bed, I get upset

It is important to go to bed on time because it helps me wake up fresh in the morning

Before going to bed I can change into my favourite pyjamas. They will keep me cosy at night

check!

I can try to brush my teeth so they are clean and shiny

check!

I can find a nice book to read. It will help me sleep better and dream about nice things

check!

When I go to bed on time and wake up fresh in the morning, it makes my mum very proud

Well Done!!
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