When Screen Time Is Over Social Story for Autism | Speech Fuel

This screen time social story helps students with autism, nonverbal students, AAC users, and special education learners understand what happens when screen time ends. Simple language and clear visuals support transitions, emotional regulation, flexible thinking, and moving to a new activity.

Slide Overview

1. I Enjoy Screen Time

2. Screen Time Has an Ending

3. It Is Time to Stop

4. I May Feel Upset

5. I Can Stay Calm

6. I Put My Device Away

7. I Choose Something Else

8. I Can Handle Screen Time Ending

Teachers, SLPs, and parents can use this social story before screen time, during transition practice, in therapy, at school, or at home to help students prepare for screen time ending.

Includes 8 student friendly story slides with simple first person language, consistent visuals, and clear examples of what students can do when screen time is finished.

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