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Social Stories to Prepare for Library Visit

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Published on 6th January 2025

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What are social stories?

A social story is a short story that breaks down social situations, and provides information, guidance, and instruction for specific activities. These stories/scripts can be reviewed regularly and used as a way to teach Autistic children about social situations. Social stories can be personalized for each child and should include pictures when needed. Social stories can be used to teach concepts such as going to a birthday party, taking turns with friends, and participating in extracurricular sports. 

Social Stories

  • Ballyfermot Library social story (PDF, 925KB)
  • Ballymun Library social story (PDF,1.5MB)
  • Cabra Library social story (PDF, 14MB)
  • Charleville Mall Library (PDF, 2.8MB)
  • Coolock Library social story (PDF, 4MB)
  • Donaghmede Library social story (PDF, 981KB)
  • Drumcondra Library social story (PDF, 6,628KB) 
  • Finglas Library Library social story (PDF, 4.9MB)
  • Inchicore Library social story (PDF, 13.4MB)
  • Kevin Street Library social story (PDF, 1.36MB)
  • Marino Library social story (PDF, 1.4MB)
  • Pearse Street Library social story (PDF, 1.9MB)
  • Pembroke Library social story (PDF, 32MB)
  • Rathmines Library social story (PDF, 6.59KB)
  • Ringsend Library social story (PDF, 1.5MB)
  • Walkinstown Library social story (PDF, 3.12MB)

Here is an example of a social story:

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Our libraries have lots on offer for our younger members! As well as all the books, we have online resources for fun or for homework help, sensory resources, study space and free events and activities for children of all ages!

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