Video Modeling-related entries have been the subject of my last two posts. Video modeling can be used with social scripts or Social Stories to teach social behaviours or situations…
…A Social Story describes a situation, skill, or concept in terms of relevant social cues, perspectives, and common responses in a specifically defined style and format. The goal of a Social Story is to share accurate social information in a patient and reassuring manner that is easily understood by its audience. Half of all Social Stories developed should affirm something that an individual does well. Although the goal of a Story should never be to change the individual’s behavior, that individual’s improved understanding of events and expectations may lead to more effective responses…
Here is a link to a video demonstrating a Social Story on how to cross the street for Autistic kids: How to Cross the Street: Social Story for Children with Aspergers & High-Functioning Autism - YouTube
(source: What Are Social Stories?? )