I Am Safe During Storms Social Story for Autism | Speech Fuel

This storm safety social story supports autistic students, nonverbal learners, AAC users, and special education students who may feel worried during thunderstorms. It uses simple first person language and clear visuals to teach storm safety, staying calm, and following a safety plan.

Slide Overview

Storms Can Happen
I Stay Inside
Thunder Can Be Loud
Lightning Stays Outside
Adults Help Me
I Can Stay Calm
Storms Pass
I Am Safe

Teachers, SLPs, and parents can use this social story before storms, during weather changes, in therapy, at school, or at home to prepare students and reduce anxiety.

This resource includes 8 student friendly story slides with simple language, consistent visuals, and practical storm safety strategies.

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