Social Stories - 25

Jamie walks into the cafeteria and sees a group of students laughing. Jamie wonders if they are laughing at her, and her face gets hot with worry. Unsure of what to do, Jamie grabs her lunch and sits alone, feeling confused and upset.

• I got it ...

• I'm confused ...

How do you think Jamie felt when she saw the group laughing?

• Happy

• Confused

• Worried

• Excited

What could Jamie do to understand the situation better?

• Ignore it and walk away

• Ask the students politely if everything is ok

• Avoid the cafeteria next time

• Start laughing back at them

If you were in Jamie's situation, what would you want a friend to do?

• Sit with you and talk

• Leave you alone

• Join the group laughing

• Tell a teacher right away

What is the best way for Jamie to calm down if she's feeling upset?

• Take deep breaths

• Yell at the group of students

• Leave the school

• Stop going to lunch altogether

How can Jamie make sure she isn't misunderstanding the situation?

• Assume the worst and avoid people

• Check in with people

• Check in with a teacher or counselor for support

• Blame herself for what happened