Understanding My Zones Social Story

This social story helps students understand different emotional zones and recognize how their bodies may feel in each one. It is designed for students with autism, nonverbal communicators, AAC users, and special education settings. Simple language and clear visuals support emotional regulation, self regulation, coping skills, and communication.

Slide Overview

My Feelings Have Zones
The Blue Zone
The Green Zone
The Yellow Zone
The Red Zone
All Zones Are Okay
I Can Choose a Tool
I Can Ask for Help

Teachers, SLPs, and parents can use this social story at school, during therapy, or at home to teach feelings, regulation strategies, coping tools, and asking for help.

Features include 8 student facing story slides, simple first person language, consistent visuals, emotional regulation concepts, and practical coping strategies.

Keywords: autism, AAC, nonverbal, social skills, behavior support, special education, visual supports, routines, communication, classroom management, emotional regulation, self regulation, coping skills, feelings, zones of regulation.