A social story about a five year old boy with autism who is preparing to go to school for the first time.

School Is Not So Scary

christian laying in bed hiding under the covers

Christian lay in bed, listening to the soft whispers of the night. Mom came in, her voice gentle, 'Tomorrow is a big day, your first day of school.' Christian felt a flutter in his stomach, a mix of excitement and nerves. Dad joined, offering a comforting hug, 'School is a place of adventure, you'll see.' Together, they talked about all the fun Christian would have, easing his worries into dreams.

The Night Before

Christian sitting at the breakfast table looking thoughtful, with Mom beside him offering comfort

The morning sun peeked through the curtains, waking Christian with a warm embrace. As breakfast sizzled, his stomach did flips. 'What if I don't make any friends?' he whispered to his toast. Mom knelt beside him, 'Just be your wonderful self, and friends will come.' Dad ruffled his hair, 'And we're always here for you, no matter what.'

Morning Jitters

Christian holding his parents' hands, with a big school gate in the background and a joyful expression

The school gates loomed large, but Christian held his parents' hands tightly. Walking in, he saw colors and heard laughter, feeling a bubble of joy grow inside him. His teacher, Mrs. Green, welcomed him with a bright smile. 'Class, this is Christian. Let's show him how fun school can be!' Suddenly, school didn't seem so scary anymore.

Hello, School!

Christian excitedly telling his adventures to his parents, with Mom and Dad listening intently

Days turned into weeks, and Christian found joy in learning and playing. He made friends who loved his stories and laughed at his jokes. Every evening, he would share his adventures with Mom and Dad, his eyes sparkling with excitement. 'School is not so scary,' he'd say, 'it's fun!' And they knew, Christian had found his second home.