GareBear King Gets a Haircut

A Sensory-Friendly Social Story Getting a haircut can bring new sights, sounds, smells, textures, and feelings. In GareBear King Gets a Haircut, children follow GareBear from school to the neighborhood hair salon as he learns what to expect and discovers tools that can help him feel prepared.With support from his teacher, Mom, and a patient hairstylist, GareBear practices using a visual schedule, headphones, a fidget, a comfort toy, communication cards, a timer, and a break card. The story gently reminds children that all feelings are okay, they can ask for help, and grown-ups should listen when they need a break.Children do not have to be perfectly still or perfectly quiet to have a successful haircut. Every small step matters!Included with the book: - Illustrated sensory-friendly social story- Parent and Caregiver Note- HAIRCUT AFTER SCHOOL schedule card- FIRST SCHOOL-THEN HAIRCUT strip- Five-step Haircut Sequence: WAIT, CAPE, HAIRCUT, CLEAN UP, ALL DONE- Choice Board: HEADPHONES, FIDGET, COMFORT TOY, QUIET- Communication Cards: BREAK, STOP, ITCHY, TOO LOUD, DRINK, ALL DONE- Look-Touch-Try Tool Preview Card- ONE MORE SNIP and ONE MORE MINUTE countdown cards- Haircut Celebration Certificate- Cut-and-laminate instructions for reusable visual supports Perfect for: - Children with autism- First haircuts- Children with sensory sensitivities- Preschool and early-elementary classrooms- Special education teachers- Parents, caregivers, therapists, and hairstylists- Preparing for a new or unfamiliar salon experience Help your child know what to expect, communicate what they need, use helpful sensory tools, and celebrate every courageous step."Watch me dream... watch me play... I can be anything today!"