Social Story Template — Free Printable Situation & Feelings PDF
Printable social story template with sections for situation, what happens, how I feel, what I do, support, and a positive ending.
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Social Story Template printable for special education and AAC supports
The social story template gives caregivers and educators a structured page for explaining a situation before it happens. It includes sections for the situation, what happens, how I feel, what I do, who can help, and a positive ending. That structure keeps the story concrete while leaving enough space to customize it for the learner's actual environment.
Use this printable for events such as going to the dentist, trying a new classroom, riding the bus, waiting in line, visiting relatives, sharing materials, handling mistakes, or asking for a break. The page works best when the story is written in calm, literal language and reviewed when the learner is regulated, not only during a difficult moment.
Because social stories and social narratives should match the learner's communication level, this template is intentionally open-ended. Teams can add photos, icons, simple drawings, or pasted symbols, then print a new copy whenever the situation changes.
Best uses for this printable
- pre-teaching new routines, community visits, classroom expectations, or social situations
- students who benefit from predictable language and clear action steps
- parents, teachers, aides, therapists, and homeschool support binders
Recommended setup tips
- Write from the learner's point of view when that matches the team's approach.
- Keep sentences short and specific: what happens, what I might feel, and what I can do.
- Review the story before the event and again afterward to reinforce what worked.
Important limitation
This template is not a clinical social skills program or crisis plan. It should support, not replace, individualized instruction and team recommendations.
FAQ
What can I write a social story about?
Common topics include transitions, appointments, classroom routines, waiting, asking for help, making mistakes, or trying something new.
Can I add pictures to the social story template?
Yes. You can draw, paste photos, add symbols after printing, or use the blank space for custom visuals.