Ride the Bus Safely: Social Story for Kids
The bus routine has many moving parts: waiting, boarding, sitting, exiting and staying safe around a moving vehicle. This visual guide breaks the whole routine into simple steps children can follow from home to school.
What's Inside
- Waiting for the bus: arriving 5 minutes early and staying 10 feet back from the road
- Getting on: waiting for the driver's signal, boarding in line and using handrails
- Riding: staying seated facing forward, talking quietly and keeping aisles clear
- Getting off: exiting carefully, staying out of the danger zone and crossing safely
- Emergency situations: what to do if the bus breaks down or a stop is missed
- A Safety Superstar character who reinforces each step
How It Helps You
- Teaches specific, measurable safety rules
- Prepares children for unexpected situations
- Makes the routine predictable before the first ride
Ways to Use It
Use it as a back-to-school routine visual, a bus safety lesson or home practice before the first day.
Who It's For
Young learners in special education and general classrooms who benefit from step-by-step routines for real-world safety.
Format
Digital download, ready to view or print.
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