HOME CURRICULUM SAFEGUARDING OUR COMMUNITY ABOUT US CUBE SEND POLICIES CONTACT US Social Understanding If your child has developed a new 'enthusiasm of undesirable behaviour' e.g. spitting, swearing, hitting and shouting etc. He/she will need a social story. You can personalise the social story by adding a photo of your child to each page 'doing the right thing' e.g. for spitting: Have a photo of your child using their mouth for eating, a photo using their mouth for singing, a photo for using their mouth for talking etc. So that they understand the 'expected' behaviour. You must use the social story every time they show the negative/undesirable behaviour. You must do this consistently for them to learn the new and desirable behaviour. Remember that the key is: Consistency! Feeling angry Hitting Kicking Loud noises Spitting Swearing.pdf Below is a document that was shared with practitioners as to how to support children who have difficulty managing anxiety and anger. There are lots of practical things you can do at home. If you need any help or advice on these, please speak to your class teacher or email the school and ask for the Inclusion Team. Supporting children to manage anxiety and anger Some children can find it difficult to understand and navigate social situations. Here are some more resources you could use at home to help their understanding develop. Understanding emotions Matching emotions to activities Social understanding - how do they feel How do you feel today Feelings inference How do people see me Social understanding - how can I help Contact Us We'd love to hear from you Cranbrook Primary School The Drive, Ilford, Essex, IG1 3PS admin.cranbrookprimary@redbridge.gov.uk 0208 518 2562 Quick Links About Parents Students Events Contact © 2021 by Cranbrook Primary School | Safeguarding | Privacy Notice | Contact