First Day of School Social Story Booklet | Editable

Use this social story to support students prepare for the first day of school.

The social story walks through:

• What is known about the first day
• How they can prepare for the first day
• What they will do before going to school that morning
• Space for specifics - first day of school date, how they will get to school, school dismissal time
• Check-Ins about how they feel about the first day of school

Students can refer to this social story booklet for information, continued choices, reminders, and as a reference point around the first day of school. Written from the perspective of the student, centered on their experience, and supports understanding.

While you can use this social story in a variety of ways at home, some suggested uses are included below:

• Teaching about starting routines and preparation for back to school
• Explaining why things are changing now at the end of the summer
• Visual reminders of what will be happening in August/September
• Planning out how they want to prepare for back to school with you