Picture story
Going to sleep
The "Going to sleep" 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
Nighttime comes, and it's time for me to get ready for bed. I feel calm. I look at my soft pajamas on the bed. It's good to know what comes next.
- 2
I go to the bathroom and get my toothbrush. I put a little toothpaste on it. I like to have clean teeth. It's good to brush my teeth to keep them healthy.
- 3
After brushing my teeth, I go back to my room. I take off my clothes and put on my pajamas. My pajamas are very comfy and soft. It feels nice to wear something so cozy for sleeping.
- 4
My mom sits on my bed with me. She picks up a storybook. I like to listen to my mom read. I feel safe when she is here with me.
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
- 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.
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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 "Going to sleep" story?
Nighttime comes, and it's time for me to get ready for bed. I feel calm. I look at my soft pajamas on the bed. It's good to know what comes next. I go to the bathroom and get my toothbrush. I put a little toothpaste on it. I like to have clean teeth. It's good to brush my teeth to keep them healthy. After brushing my teeth, I go back to my room. I take off my clothes and put on my pajamas. My pajamas are very comfy and soft. It feels nice to wear something so cozy for sleeping. My mom sits on my bed with me. She picks up a storybook. I like to listen to my mom read. I feel safe when she is here with me.
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.