Special Educators Resource Room
Special Educators Resource Room with Jennifer DeBrosse is the podcast for busy special education teachers. Whether you’re brand new to the world of special education or an experienced teacher, this podcast will provide time-saving solutions for any busy special educator.
Get ready to move things off your special educator plate without feeling like you have to live at school.
I’m your host, Jennifer DeBrosse. I’m dual-certified, have been in education for over 25 years, and spent time in both the inclusion classroom and the resource room setting. I was also a special education instructional coach and mentor to hard-working educators just like you.
Tune in each week for quick action-packed episodes. They will be short, sweet, and to the point because I know how busy you are. I’m on a mission to help you get your time back!
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Special Educators Resource Room
117. Social Stories 101: How to Write, Use, and Make Them Work
Social stories can make a big difference in helping students navigate routines, social expectations, and behavior challenges. But how do you make sure they actually work?
In today’s episode, I’m breaking down:
✅ What social stories are (and how Carol Gray developed them)
✅ Real-life examples of social stories for different student needs
✅ When to introduce a social story (so it’s helpful, not just reactive)
✅ A simple 5-sentence formula for writing an effective social story
✅ Pro-Tips to get the most out of social narratives
🎙 Mentioned in this episode:
- Carol Gray’s Social Story™ framework
- Example social stories for expectations
- Link to ready-made social narratives for quick, effective support
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