A New School Year – A Social Story About Transitions, Change, and Starting Fresh

A New School Year is a reassuring social story that helps children prepare for the shift from one school year to the next - with practical strategies to ease anxiety, reduce overwhelm, and build confidence.

This story walks children through:

• What to expect when the school year change
• Common worries (new teachers, classrooms, routines)
• How to manage big feelings about change
• Strategies for coping with uncertainty and getting through the first few weeks

Whether your child is moving up a grade or facing a new school altogether, this story offers predictability, comfort, and support.

Perfect for:
🧠 Children with autism, ADHD, PDA, or anxiety
🏫 School transitions, classroom changeovers, or new-year prep
🧰 Parents, teachers, OTs, and therapists

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🎒 Includes full-colour printable social story (non-editable)