My School Day Adventure Book
My Social Story Book
My School Day
Adventure!
A simple guide to our daily routine, classroom rules, and having fun together!
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Part 1: The Morning
Good Morning, School!
I go to school from Monday to Friday. My school day starts at 8:00 and ends at 3:30. In the morning, I ride the school bus to school. When I arrive, I walk into my classroom and say a big "Good morning!" to my teachers: Ms. Owens, Ms. McKoy, and Ms. Gibbs!
My Morning Checklist
First, I hang my coat and backpack on my hook. Next, I take out my school folder and my lunchbox. Putting my things away keeps our classroom neat and ready!
I put my things away quickly and quietly. Now my workspace is clean. I am safe, settled, and ready to learn and play with my teachers and classmates!
My Personal Goal:
I will sit nicely on the school bus and walk straight to my cubby when I arrive.
Part 2: Our Schedule
Our Daily Activities
When we hear our classroom signal, we gather on the big rug. This is called Morning Circle! I sit with a calm body, ready to listen to my teachers.
What is Coming Next?
1. Circle Time Songs & Day Plan
2. Learn Time Reading & Math
3. Sensory & Life Sensory & Handwash
4. Lunch Time Eat & Clean Up
We do fun sensory play and daily living activities! We wash our hands, practice zipper skills, and play with calming sensory toys. These activities help my body feel relaxed, strong, and ready for work!
When my teacher is talking, I use my **listening ears** and keep my eyes on them. If I want to talk, I **raise my hand** and wait my turn.
My Personal Goal:
I will wash my hands and clean my sensory toys when I am finished playing.
Part 3: Lunch & Go Home
Lunch Time & Home
After working hard, it is time for lunch! I eat my yummy food and talk quietly with my classmates. Eating helps fuel my body for the rest of our school day.
My Lunchroom Checklist
- I stay in my seat while eating.
- I use a quiet, polite table voice.
- I clean up my trash when I am finished.
At the end of the day, we pack up. I clean my desk. I put my crayons away and tuck in my chair. Then I pack my bag.
I ride the school bus safely back home. I wave goodbye to my friends and my teachers. I feel happy because I did my very best today!
My Personal Goal:
I will pack all my papers and sit calmly in my bus seat on the ride home.
Part 4: Class Rules
Rules Keep Us Happy!
Rules help our classroom stay happy and safe! They make sure everyone can learn and play together in a nice way.
1. Kind Hands & Feet
I keep my hands and feet to myself. I use nice words like "please" and "thank you." This keeps everyone safe.
2. Listening Ears
When my teacher or a classmate is talking, I listen. I look at them to show respect. This helps me learn!
3. Soft Inside Voices
Inside the classroom, I use a quiet voice so we can think. I speak softly with my teachers and friends.
Following rules makes our classroom a wonderful place to learn and play!
My Personal Goal:
I will use my quiet inside voice today while working at my desk.
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My School Day Challenge
Show what you have learned about our routines and classroom rules!
1. Schedule Detective (Write 1, 2, 3, or 4 in the boxes to order our day)
Do reading and math
Arrive & hang backpack
Pack up and go home
Eat lunch & clean up
2. Rule Detective (Color the YES or NO for each statement)
"I raise my hand when I want to speak."
YES NO
"I stay in my assigned area."
YES NO
"I keep my hands and feet to myself."
YES NO
3. My Favorite Part of the Day
Draw your favorite school activity in the blank box below!
🌟 I am ready for an amazing school day adventure! 🌟
Adventure Book Teacher Guide
Teacher-Facing Resource ID: SBS-TG-01
Adventure Book Teacher Guide
Instructional & Discussion Guide for "My School Day Adventure Book" • Early Elementary / SEL
Lesson Objectives & Core Focus
- Daily Routines: Outline mornings, sensory integration, learning, and bus transit.
- Explicitly Teach Rules: Anchor behaviors around kind hands, active listening, and soft voices.
- Involve Support Staff: Highlight roles of Ms. Owens, Ms. McKoy, and Ms. Gibbs in routing success.
Guided Reading Prompts & Questions
P. 2: Morning & Teachers
"Who are our teachers? What do we say to them?"
Practice saying "Good Morning" to Ms. Owens, Ms. McKoy, and Ms. Gibbs. Practice hanging up coats and folders independently.
P. 3: Sensory & Schedule
"Why do we wash hands and use sensory toys?"
Explain how sensory and daily living skills help keep our bodies calm and ready to learn reading and math.
P. 4: Lunch & Bus Transit
"How do we show good manners during lunch?"
Reinforce staying in seats, using polite voices, and cleaning up. Discuss sitting calmly on the bus home (3:30 schedule).
P. 5: Class Rules
"Which of the 3 rules is easiest for you?"
Highlight Kind Hands, Listening Ears, and Soft Inside Voices. Rehearse voice volume level scale (1 and 2).
Reflection Page Answer Key (Page 6)
1. Schedule Detective (Ordering)
- [2] Do reading and math
- [1] Arrive & hang backpack
- [4] Pack up and go home
- [3] Eat lunch & clean up
2. Rule Detective (Yes/No)
- • Raise hand to speak: YES
- • Stay in assigned area: YES
- • Hands & feet to own body: YES
De-escalation & Positive Phrasing Chart
Avoid Saying:
"Stop running!" • "Be quiet!" • "Don't touch that!"
Instead, Try:
"Use walking feet." • "Use your inside voice." • "Keep hands in your lap."
Tip: Reread this storybook as a class every morning during the first two weeks of school. Constant, cheerful exposure is key to building self-regulation!
