Picture story
Riding the bus
The "Riding the bus" story shows, with images and calm narration, what happens step by step. It helps a child with autism know what to expect before living this situation, at home or at school. Part of the Caju library.
Made with therapists and families.
How the story begins
7 scenes- 1
I am going to ride the bus today. My mom is coming with me.
- 2
We get to the bus stop. We wait.
- 3
I see the bus coming. It slows down at the stop.
- 4
The bus door opens. I get on the bus with my mom.
Read the full story in Caju
This story continues in Caju: 3 more scenes, with calm narration to listen to. Every plan starts with a free trial.
- Read the story from start to finish
- Hear the calm narration out loud
- Choose the reading level
- Print as a PDF
Card required. Nothing is charged until the trial ends.
Print this story (PDF)
You can print this story as a PDF to read on paper, take with you or put on the wall. PDF export is available in Caju.
Print in CajuReading levels
How to use it day to day
- 1
Read the story with the child before the new situation, calmly and without rushing.
- 2
Read the story as many times as the child wants: knowing the story helps them know what comes next.
- 3
After the situation, you can go back to the story to remember what happened.
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FAQ
What happens in the "Riding the bus" story?
I am going to ride the bus today. My mom is coming with me. We get to the bus stop. We wait. I see the bus coming. It slows down at the stop. The bus door opens. I get on the bus with my mom.
What is a picture story?
It is a short story, with images and calm narration, that shows step by step what happens in an everyday situation. It helps a child know what will happen before living it.
Who is this story for?
For families and professionals supporting children with autism. The adult reads or shows the story and the child follows along, at their own pace.
Do I need to pay to use it?
Yes, after a free trial. Every account starts with a free trial (7 days for families, 14 for professionals, card required, nothing charged until it ends), which unlocks this story and everything else in Caju.