At the Menomonee Falls Public Library, we are committed to creating a welcoming space for families with children of all abilities. Some of the resources at the Library include:
- Quiet Room (read more)
- Sensory bags (available for check out in our LoTs collection)
- Monthly Sensory Storytime (register here)
- Social Story (updated to include recent changes to the Children’s Library)
What is a social story?
Social stories help teach social skills to children. Originally intended for children with autism, social stories are very effective tools for parents and educators to successfully help all children.
A social story is a simple story. It describes a particular social situation and the appropriate way to behave. A social story can teach about a certain event like going to a birthday party or teach a skill like sharing or brushing your teeth. Reading a social story with your child is a great way to prepare them for something that is going to happen, such as a trip to the Library.
Using a social story can help reduce a child’s anxiety during a new or difficult social situation. The simple text and pictures help children of different ages understand what to expect and how to respond to different situations. Social stories clearly describe each part of an event:
- things that might happen
- things they might hear and see
- how they might feel
- appropriate behavior expectations
How to access the Library's social story?
You can download the Library’s social story, This is My Library, to print at home, click through it below, or visit the Social Story page on the Library’s website.
We hope sharing this social story with your child will help alleviate any stress or anxiety and make your visit to the Library a positive experience. We hope to see you soon!