When I Feel Nervous at School Social Story for Autism | Speech Fuel

This social story helps students understand and manage feeling nervous at school. It is designed for students with autism, nonverbal learners, AAC users, and special education students who benefit from clear language and visual supports. The story teaches simple ways to recognize nervous feelings, ask for help, take a break, and use calming strategies.

Slide Overview

I May Feel Nervous

My Body Gives Me Clues

I Can Take Slow Breaths

I Can Ask for Help

I Can Take a Break

I Can Tell Someone

I Can Try Again

I Can Handle Nervous Feelings

Teachers, SLPs, and parents can use this social story before school, during therapy, in the classroom, or at home to prepare students for nervous feelings and practice helpful coping strategies.

Features

Includes 8 student facing story slides with simple first person language, clear visuals, calming strategies, and school based examples that are easy to understand and review.

Keywords

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