Taking Care of My AAC Device Social Story for Autism

This Taking Care of My AAC Device social story helps students with autism, nonverbal communication needs, AAC, and special education learn how to safely use and care for their communication device. Simple language and clear visuals support independence, responsibility, and functional communication.

Slide Overview

My AAC Device Helps Me

I Carry It Carefully

I Keep It Close

I Use Clean Hands

I Keep It Dry

I Put It Somewhere Safe

I Keep It Charged

I Ask for Help

Teachers, SLPs, and parents can use this social story at school, during speech therapy, or at home to teach AAC device care, review expectations, and build independence with everyday communication routines.

This resource includes 8 student friendly social story pages with simple first person language, clear visuals, and practical AAC care expectations. It works well for direct teaching, routine review, individual support, and communication practice.

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