Getting Surgery Social Story for PreK | Med Series 4
by Smart Sprouts © 2026
Price: $3 USD
Subjects: sel,responsibleDecisionMaking,specialExecutiveFunctions,Special Autism,lifeSkills,health,fineMotorSkills
Grades: 14,13,1
Description
Help young learners feel safe and prepared for surgery with this structured social story designed for preschool, PreK, special education, and students with autism. This resource uses clear first-person language and short, simple sentences to explain what happens during a hospital visit and surgery in a calm and predictable way. It supports children in understanding the experience, reducing anxiety, and building confidence. Students learn how to: Stay calm in the hospital Follow directions from doctors and nurses Use simple coping strategies Understand that they will be asleep during surgery Feel safe and supported Rest and recover after the procedure The story gently introduces the hospital environment, medical staff, and the process of going to sleep and waking up in a safe and reassuring way. After the story, students practice with real-life scenarios where they choose the correct response. These structured choices reinforce understanding and teach children how to respond appropriately before and after surgery. This resource supports social-emotional learning (SEL), behavior support, ABA sessions, and structured teaching in classroom, therapy, and home settings. ⭐ This resource is part of the Medical Social Stories Series. Help your students feel calm, safe, and confident—add this essential medical social story to your collection today.