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Social Story: Giving Compliments

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This social story helps children learn how to give compliments using kind words when they notice positive things about others

Who is this social story for?

This story is especially helpful for neurodivergent children and any child who finds social communication, expressing kind words, or understanding social cues challenging.

When can I use this social story?

Use it frequently if a child needs support with communication and friendship skills.

What does this story help with?

  • noticing and acknowledging positive traits in others
  • giving sincere and kind compliments
  • using a gentle tone of voice
  • understanding simple body language like smiling
  • building confidence in social interactions

Sometimes when I see something I like about a person, it’s nice to tell them

I can notice nice things like something they did, or something they have

I like his pencil
case

I can say, “I like this” or “Good job” in a soft and kind voice

This is a cool
pencil case

I can also smile and look at them if I feel comfortable

My words can make the other person feel happy

This can help me make more friends

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