Episode 10 | How to Use Social Stories to Ease Holiday Anxiety

Holiday events often bring excitement — but they can also bring anxiety, especially for children who thrive on structure and predictability. In this week’s episode of The Whole Child Advocate, Dominique McLellan, BCASE, explains how social stories can help children manage stress, understand expectations, and feel confident during seasonal changes.You’ll learn:What social stories are and where the idea originatedWhy they’re so effective for reducing anxiety and sensory overloadHow visuals + predictable sequences help prepare kids for new experiencesA simple step-by-step method for writing your own social storyA real example you can use for holiday gatherings or school eventsQuick tips for reading the story, reinforcing coping strategies, and supporting your child💡 Quick Takeaway: Social stories don’t remove challenges — they build confidence through practice and predictability.Download your free social stories from the Advent Giveaway Series at: www.wholechildadvocacy.com#WholeChildAdvocate #SocialStories #HolidayAnxiety #AutismParenting #ADHDFamily #SpecialEducationSupport #ParentAdvocacy #SensoryFriendlyHolidays #TheWoodlandsTX