Going to the Aquarium Social Story for Autism | Speech Fuel

This Going to the Aquarium social story helps students understand what to expect during an aquarium visit. It is designed for students with autism, nonverbal students, AAC users, and special education settings. Simple first person language and clear visuals support communication, behavior, sensory needs, safety, and community outing routines.

Slide Overview

Going to the Aquarium

I Arrive at the Aquarium

I Look at the Animals

I Walk Through the Aquarium

I Keep My Hands Safe

Some Areas Feel Different

I Can Take a Break

I Leave the Aquarium

Teachers, SLPs, and parents can read this social story before an aquarium trip to prepare students for entering, staying with a group, looking at animals, walking safely, handling busy or loud areas, taking breaks, and leaving when the visit is finished. It can be used at school, during speech therapy, or at home.

Features

This resource includes 8 student facing social story slides with simple first person sentences, clear visual supports, predictable routines, and child friendly illustrations to support understanding and independence.

Keywords include autism, AAC, nonverbal, social skills, behavior support, special education, visual supports, routines, communication, classroom management, aquarium social story, community outings, sensory support, safety skills, and field trip preparation.