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Social Story: How My Tummy Talks to Me

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Our bodies give us clues all day long, and our tummy is one of the ways our body talks to us. This social story helps children understand feelings like hunger, fullness, butterflies, needing the toilet, or feeling unwell in a simple and gentle way.

Who is this social story for?

This story is helpful for children who are learning to notice body signals and connect those signals to what they may need.

When can I use this social story?

Use it during daily routines, mealtimes, toilet training, or when helping children notice body cues.

What does this story help with?

  • recognising tummy feelings and body signals
  • understanding what those feelings may mean
  • asking for help when needed
  • building self-awareness and communication

Sometimes my tummy lets me know when something feels different

. . . ???

If my tummy feels empty or makes growly noises, it means I'm hungry

Grr Grr!

If my tummy hurts or feels uncomfortable, it might mean I need to use the toilet or I’m not feeling well

%$^$%^

I can ask myself, “Did I eat a snack or meal already?

Hmm... when did I eat?

If I just had food, my tummy might not need more. I can ask an adult to check if I’m unwell.

Next time, I can try to understand when my tummy is telling me something

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