Potty Power Booklet My Potty
Power Book
A Story About Independence
By: _________________________
Sometimes my body tells me I need to go to the bathroom. I might feel a little pressure in my tummy.
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When I feel that urge, I stop what I am doing and walk quickly to the bathroom.
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I go inside the bathroom and close the door. This gives me privacy.
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I pull my pants and underwear down to my knees so I am ready to sit.
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I sit on the toilet. I can relax and take my time while my body does its job.
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When I am finished, I use toilet paper to wipe until I am clean and dry.
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I stand up and pull my underwear and pants all the way up to my waist.
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I push the handle to flush the toilet. Goodbye, pee and poop!
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I wash my hands with soap and water for 20 seconds. Now they are clean!
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I am finished! I feel proud of myself for using the toilet all by myself. I am a Potty Power Hero!
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Assembly
1
Print all 6 sheets of this document in full color.
2
Cut along the dashed lines in the middle of each sheet.
3
Stack pages in order and staple on the left edge.
Guide Sheet
Potty Power Checklist Potty Power Checklist
My Step-by-Step Success
Student Name
Date
1. Feel the urge
Listen to my body's signals.
2. Go to the bathroom
Walk quickly to the potty.
3. Pants down
Pull down pants and underwear.
4. Sit on the toilet
Relax and let it go.
5. Wipe clean
Wipe until clean and dry.
6. Pants up
Pull clothes back up.
7. Flush
Say goodbye to the mess.
8. Wash hands
20 seconds with soap and water.
Tip: Hang this checklist in the bathroom at eye level to help remember every step!
Potty Power Teacher Guide Teaching Potty Power
Teacher Facilitation Guide
Purpose
This social story and supporting checklist are designed to help students navigate the complex routine of using the toilet independently. By breaking the process down into discrete, manageable steps with clear visual cues, we reduce anxiety and build self-efficacy.
The Social Story
Introduction: Read the "My Potty Power Book" with the student in a calm environment, not just when they need to go.
Interactive Reading: Ask the student to point to the icons and describe what is happening on each page.
Personalization: Have the student write their name on the cover to increase ownership.
The Checklist
Placement: Hang the "Potty Power Checklist" in the bathroom at the student's eye level.
Lamination: Lamination allows the student to use a dry-erase marker to check off steps, which provides sensory feedback.
Fading Support: Initially, walk through the checklist with the student, eventually fading your verbal prompts.
Addressing Challenges
Fear of the Flush
Solution: Let the student stand near the door or wear headphones during the flush until they feel comfortable.
Wiping Independence
Solution: Practice "dry wiping" over clothes or using a balloon with peanut butter to demonstrate the cleaning motion.
Waiting Too Long
Solution: Use scheduled "potty breaks" every 60-90 minutes, even if the student says they don't need to go.
Questions to Ask
"How does your tummy feel when you need to go?"
"Why do we wash our hands at the end?"
"What's the best part about doing it yourself?"
"Where does the 'bye-bye' water go?"
