Social Story Writer

Write a social story for a student, in the time you have

You know the structure. What you do not have is the prep period to write it. Describe the situation and the regulation supports that already work, and Beacon drafts the scenes, using a first name or initials only and storing nothing.

How it works

1. 1.Describe the situation. The transition, routine change, or setting event you are preparing for.
2. 2.Add the student. First name or initials, and the supports that already work for them.
3. 3.Get the story. Descriptive, perspective and directive sentences, ready to print for the folder.

Frequently asked questions

Does it follow the Gray sentence ratio?

Yes. Beacon weights descriptive and perspective sentences over directive ones and keeps the voice affirmative, which is what makes a story read as preparation rather than as a list of rules.

How do I use it across a caseload?

Generate one per student and per situation rather than reusing a template with the name swapped, because the supports named in the story are what make it work. Nothing about the student is stored between runs.

Can I share it with the family?

Yes, and consistency between home and school is usually what makes a story stick. Beacon can give you a version written for the family to read at home from the same situation.

What reading level does it write to?

The one you tell it. Say the level and it matches vocabulary and sentence length to that, which for many students is not the same as their grade placement.

Is it free and do I need an account?

You can create one story free with no account. A free account gives you one per tool, Standard gives 3 a month, and Plus or Annual is unlimited.