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Social Story: Packing My School Bag

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This social story about packing a school bag helps children break the task into simple steps so they can feel ready for the next school day. It supports a calm evening routine and helps children feel more organised and less rushed in the morning.

Who is this social story for?

This story is helpful for autistic and neurodivergent children, or any student who forgets important items and feels anxious because of it.

When can I use this social story?

Use it in the evening before school, during routine building, or when helping a child become more independent.

What does this story help with?

  • remembering to pack what is needed for school
  • building a calm evening routine
  • reducing morning stress and forgotten items
  • increasing confidence and organisation

Every evening before the school day, I can remember to pack my schoolbag for the next day

I can try to follow a routine and pack  my bag at the same time every evening

I can check my timetable to see which books to take, which materials I will need, and which homework to bring

I can try to remember my pencil case, lab coat, PE kit, and anything else my teacher asked me to bring

I can also set reminders on my phone to help me remember when to pack my bag

When my bag is packed, I feel calm, organised, and ready for school.

I think I haven't forgotten anything
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