This Is Why I Like Having High-Functioning Autism

A social story about the benefits of being on the autism spectrum...

Having high functioning autism (or Asperger's) has its benefits. There are more positives than negatives, regardless of what you think or what you may have heard.

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I Hate Meltdowns: My Asperger's Dilemma

A social story for kids on the autism spectrum: Albert, a boy with Asperger's (also called high functioning autism) explains what a "meltdown" is - and why he has them!

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How To Avoid Getting Sent To Your Room During Thanksgiving Dinner

A social story for kids on the Autism Spectrum: Mr. McNugget talks about table manners during Thanksgiving dinner...

The Untold Story of a Successful Asperger's "Geek"

A child with Asperger's grows up to be a pioneer in his field:

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Aspergers Child Talks About His Parents' Divorce

Here's a social story to help children on the autism spectrum deal with divorce:

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What To Do When You Feel Anxious: Social Story for Aspergers Kids

Audrey, a girl with Aspergers, talks about how she calms down whenever she is feeling anxious:



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A Social Story About "Having to Wait"

Aspergers girl talks about waiting her turn: 



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Aspergers Girl Talks About Coping With The Holidays

This is a social story about Bridget, a girl with Asperger's Syndrome, and how she deals with the holidays: 



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Michael Monkey & Picky Eating on Thanksgiving: A Social Story

Michael, a monkey with Asperger's, talks about how to change a few recipes in order to make Thanksgiving dinner less yucky:



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Michael Monkey

 

Making Friends: A Social Story

How to introduce yourself and make friends: 



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Ginger & Personal Hygiene: A Social Story for Aspergers Kids

In this social story for children with Asperger's and High-Functioning Autism, Ginger talks about brushing teeth and taking showers. She used to hate to brush her teeth and take a bath, but now she really likes to keep her teeth and body clean!  See what she has to say:

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A Girl With Asperger's: Social Story

Elizabeth talks about girls who have Asperger's: 



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Jeremiah Gets a Toothache: A Social Story for Children with Autism

Jeremiah, a boy with Autism, talks about getting a toothache and going to the dentist. If your child has a fear of going to the dentist to get a cavity worked on, then have him/her watch this: 

  
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Understanding Figures of Speech: A Social Story

Gilbert, a youngster with Aspergers, helps us understand figures of speech: 



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Fear of Crowds: A Social Story for Children with Aspergers and High-Functioning Autism

Filbert the fish talks about what to do if you have a fear of crowds: 



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Five Ways To Deal With Anxiety: A Social Story

Social story for teens with Aspergers...

Harrison, a young man with Aspergers, talks about what he does to reduce his stress:



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Tomcat's Social Story About Saying "I'm Sorry"

This is a social story for children with Aspergers and High Functioning Autism about saying "I'm sorry" whenever you hurt someone's feelings:

 

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Roby's Social Story About Staying Calm

Social story for children with Aspergers and High-Functioning Autism -- "Roby the Robot" talks about how he stays calm. He also wants to know what YOU do to stay calm (use the comments link below the video to tell Roby what calms you down).

 

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A Social Story: What's the Difference Between Good Touch and Bad Touch?

This video helps children with Aspergers and High-Functioning Autism to understand when they are being sexually abused by others -- and when they are not:



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Timmy's Adventure: A Social Story for Aspergers Kids

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