Walking Away When I Am Upset Social Story for Autism

This social story helps students learn how to walk away when they feel upset. It is designed for students with autism, nonverbal learners, AAC users, and special education settings. Simple language and clear visuals teach students how to pause, move to a safe space, calm their body, and return when they feel ready.

Slide Overview

I Feel Upset
I Can Stop
I Can Walk Away
I Find a Safe Space
I Calm My Body
I Take Deep Breaths
I Can Go Back
Walking Away Helps Me

Teachers, SLPs, and parents can use this social story at school, during speech or therapy sessions, or at home. Read it before difficult situations, during behavior support lessons, or as a reminder when a student needs help calming down.

This resource includes 8 student facing story slides with simple first person language, consistent visuals, and clear examples of safe coping strategies.

Keywords

Autism, AAC, nonverbal, social skills, behavior support, special education, visual supports, routines, communication, classroom management.