Social Story Writer
Write a personalized social story for your child
Social stories ease an autistic child into something unfamiliar. Beacon writes one in short, clear scenes using your child's name and what calms them, ready to read together.
How it works
- 1.Describe the situation. The new or tricky moment you want to prepare for.
- 2.Add your child. Their name and what helps them stay calm.
- 3.Get the story. Short, clear scenes you can read together beforehand.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I write a social story for my child?
- Pick one situation, describe what will happen in simple positive language, and make the main character like your child. Beacon does this for you, writing the story around your child's name and the specific situation.
- What is a social story used for?
- It prepares a child for a new or tricky situation, like a haircut, a doctor visit, or a first day of school, by walking through what to expect and how to handle it. Tell Beacon the situation and it builds the story.
- What should a good social story include?
- A mix of descriptive sentences for what happens, perspective for how people feel, and gentle directive sentences for what your child can do, all in positive language. Beacon follows that proven structure automatically.
- When should I read the social story to my child?
- Read it before the event, ideally a few times, so your child remembers it when the moment comes. Beacon keeps the story short and clear so it is easy to reread.
- Is the social story maker 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.