Picture story
Using the toilet away from home
The "Using the toilet away from home" 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
9 scenes- 1
I feel a little feeling in my tummy. It feels like I need to go to the bathroom. It's normal to feel this when my body tells me it's time to go.
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I tell the grown-up, 'I need to go to the bathroom, please.' The grown-up hears me and says we will look for a bathroom. I feel calm because the grown-up will help me.
- 3
The grown-up and I walk together to find a bathroom. We look for signs that show where the bathroom is. It's good to know we will get there soon.
- 4
We get to the door of the public bathroom. The grown-up opens the door and we go inside. There are stalls and sinks inside. I feel ready to use the bathroom.
Read the full story in Caju
This story continues in Caju: 5 more scenes, with calm narration to listen to. The account is free.
- Read the story from start to finish
- Hear the calm narration out loud
- Choose the reading level
- Print as a PDF
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.
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How to use it day to day
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Read the story with the child before the new situation, calmly and without rushing.
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Read the story as many times as the child wants: knowing the story helps them know what comes next.
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After the situation, you can go back to the story to remember what happened.
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FAQ
What happens in the "Using the toilet away from home" story?
I feel a little feeling in my tummy. It feels like I need to go to the bathroom. It's normal to feel this when my body tells me it's time to go. I tell the grown-up, 'I need to go to the bathroom, please.' The grown-up hears me and says we will look for a bathroom. I feel calm because the grown-up will help me. The grown-up and I walk together to find a bathroom. We look for signs that show where the bathroom is. It's good to know we will get there soon. We get to the door of the public bathroom. The grown-up opens the door and we go inside. There are stalls and sinks inside. I feel ready to use the bathroom.
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?
No. Caju is free for families, today and always. Create an account to read the full story, hear the narration and customise it.