Waiting Social Story I When I Need to Wait I ABA Therapy
by Embrace the Journey ABA © 2026
Price: $2 USD
Subjects: specialed,specialAba,Special Autism,lifeSkills,sel,selfManagement,socialAwareness
Grades: 1,2,3,4,5
Description
Help learners build patience, emotional regulation, and appropriate waiting skills with this Waiting Social Story + Activity Boom Cards. They are designed to support self-regulation in everyday situations such as delayed access, transitions, and group settings. This interactive resource combines a Waiting Social Story and Okay/Not Okay Multiple Choice Activities. It helps children understand what it means to wait, how waiting makes them feel, and what they can do instead of engaging in challenging behaviors. Using clear, structured language and supportive visuals, learners are guided through identifying emotions, recognizing their typical responses, and evaluating whether their behaviors are okay or not okay when they are required to wait. The included social story uses simple, child-friendly text paired with engaging visuals to make the concept of waiting concrete and easy to understand. It is perfect for introducing or reviewing expectations in a positive, supportive way that reduces anxiety and increases success. The worksheets extend learning by encouraging reflection, self-awareness, and the development of replacement behaviors and proactive strategies for self-regulation. Ideal for ABA therapy, special education, autism support, early intervention, classrooms, and home use, this resource helps children build tolerance for waiting while strengthening emotional regulation and functional communication skills.
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