Grocery Shopping Social Story Kit

Help make grocery shopping more predictable, successful, and positive with this ready-to-use Grocery Store Social Story Kit!

Going to the grocery store can be overwhelming for children who struggle with changes in routine, crowds, noise, waiting, or unfamiliar environments. This Grocery Store Social Story Kit helps children understand what to expect and learn appropriate behaviors for a successful shopping trip.

The simple, child-friendly social story walks children through the grocery store experience step-by-step, helping reduce anxiety and increase confidence, independence, and positive behavior.

The following is included in your purchase:

• Going to the Grocery Store Social Story – Explains what children can expect during a grocery store trip, including entering the store, walking through the aisles, staying with an adult, waiting in line, and checking out.
• I Went to the Grocery Store! – A follow-up story designed to reinforce successful behaviors after the shopping trip.
• Visuals & Sequence Pictures – Help children understand what will happen and what comes next.
• First/Then Board – Provides a clear visual reminder of what needs to happen before a preferred activity.
• Incentive Pictures & Stickers – Encourage participation and reinforce positive behaviors.
• Sticker Chart – Gives children a motivating way to track their progress and celebrate success.
• Implementation Guide – Includes ideas for using the social story, visuals, and reinforcement tools before, during, and after a grocery store trip.
• Tips & Strategies – Practical suggestions for making grocery shopping more predictable and successful.

Great For:

This social story kit is especially helpful for children with:

✔️ Autism

✔️ Developmental delays

✔️ Anxiety

✔️ Sensory processing challenges

✔️ Communication difficulties

✔️ Difficulty with transitions or changes in routine

✔️ Difficulty waiting or staying with an adult

All Positively Prepared stories are written using positive language and simple illustrations/words to reduce visual clutter and increase understanding.

Social Story™ and Social Stories™ are trademarks of Carol Gray. This product is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or created by Carol Gray.