When I Am Told to Stop Social Story for Autism | Speech Fuel

This When I Am Told to Stop social story helps students with autism, nonverbal students, AAC users, and special education learners understand what to do when an adult asks them to stop. Simple first person language and clear visuals support safety, listening, self regulation, and positive behavior.

Slide Overview

I Hear Stop

I Stop My Body

I Stop My Hands

I Stop My Voice

I Look and Listen

Stopping Keeps Me Safe

I Can Stay Calm

I Make a Safe Choice

Teachers, SLPs, and parents can use this social story before challenging situations, during behavior support, in speech therapy, in the classroom, or at home to practice stopping safely and following directions.

Features

Includes 8 student facing social story pages with simple first person language, consistent visuals, clear expectations, and practical strategies for staying calm and making safe choices.

Keywords

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