Social Story: Potty Training

hygiene routine toilet

This social story is a gentle way to help children understand what to do when they feel the need to poo. It walks them through each step, like recognising the feeling, using the toilet, wiping properly, flushing, and washing hands, in a calm and friendly way.

Who is this social story for?

This story is helpful for children who are toilet training or who need support understanding toilet routines and hygiene.

When can I use this social story?

Use it at home, school, or nursery during toilet training and as a regular reminder during calm moments.

What does this story help with?

understanding each step of using the toilet
learning hygiene habits in a clear way
building independence and confidence
making toilet routines feel more predictable

Everybody goes potty every single day. That is why we have toilets at home, school and everywhere else

I'm a big kid now and big kids use toilets when they need to poo or pee.

I can go to toilet on my own

When I feel like poo or pee, I need to stop what I am doing and go to toilet right away

In the toilet I close the door behind me. I pull down my trousers and underwear and sit on the toilet seat

Sometimes I need to sit longer. I can try and wait patiently. I can look at a book or hum my favourite tune

When I finish, I can try to always wipe my bottom with the toilet paper until it is clean and wash my hands with soap and water

I feel all grown up

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