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Riding the School Bus Social Story

Graphic of a school bus in front of a school.

When I go to school, I will ride on the school bus.

Graphic of a stopped school bus with students getting on.

The bus will stop to pick up other people too.

Graphic of a school bus going to school.

When people sit down, the bus will start moving again.

Graphic of a stop sign and a red traffic light.

When the bus gets to a red light or stop sign, it will stop again.

Graphic of a green traffic light.

When the light turns green and the bus is safe to go, it will start moving again.

Graphic of a school bus with children yelling.

Sometimes it can be noisy on the bus.

Graphic of a boy with headphones on, he is happy.

If it is too loud, I can put on headphones to protect my ears.

Graphic of a boy being mad, and another boy practicing calming techniques.

If I feel mad, worried, or upset, I can practice being calm.

Graphic of an Ipad.

I can use my phone or iPad to stay calm.

Graphic of a boy thinking about his dog.

I can take deep breaths and think about things that make me happy.

Graphic of two people talking on the bus. They are happy.

I can talk to other people on the bus.

Graphic of a boy getting off the school bus.

When it is my turn, I will take my things and get off of the bus.

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This information was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative (ASERT). For more information, please contact ASERT at 877-231-4244 or info@PAautism.org. ASERT is funded by the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services.