Valentine's Day is fun and exciting for most members of your class, but for learners on the autism spectrum, it can be disorienting. A social story demonstrates what one can expect on Valentine's Day. It explains what happens on Valentine's Day in the classroom and what kind of behavior each pupil should have. 

Concepts

autism, social skills, valentine's day, Holidays

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Additional Tags

autism, classroom behavior, holiday activities, social skills, social stories, valentines day, programs

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Instructional Ideas

• Talk about what individuals can do if they feel socially overwhelmed during a holiday party
• Present to your entire class, and lead a discussion about the ways everyone can create a nice atmosphere for the classroom on Valentine's Day

Pros

• Perfect for a child with autism who is learning social skills

Cons

• None