Getting My Period
START PREPARING YOUR CHILD WITH AUTISM ABOUT GETTING HER PERIOD!
Like a social story, this social narrative helps children understand what menstruation is, what to expect, and how to manage it. Designed for kids, including those with autism, it provides clear, age-appropriate explanations, promotes good hygiene, and supports confidence and comfort during this important stage of growing up.
There is a story for a younger child and a story for an older child and the story you use depends on the level of understanding the child has. The story includes visuals that can be used to communicate feelings, choices on what to wear during her period, and how to use period products (pads and period underwear).
The following is included in your purchase:
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A social narrative Getting My Period with pictures and words for younger girls to learn about getting her period.
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A social narrative Getting My Period with just words for older girls to learn about getting her period.
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Visuals – picture sequence to show the steps on changing a pad or period underwear.
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Visuals – choice board for the child to choose if she wants to use a pad or period underwear.
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Visuals – picture cards to communicate her feelings (cranky, tired, cramps)
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Handout for parents – tips on how to explain getting a period to your child with autism.
In order to purchase the digital copy of this story follow these simple steps:
- click buy on this website
- sign up for a free membership on Teacher Pay Teachers
- continue your purchase on Teacher Pay Teachers and download the story
- your download(s) can be accessed on Teachers Pay Teachers at any time multiple times
All Positively Prepared stories are written using positive language and simple illustrations/words to reduce visual clutter and increase understanding.
$7.00
