My turn?
The child adds their name and photo. A friend asks for a turn, and it can feel sad or mad. That’s okay, it’s a little deal.
Free printable social story
Turn Taking Social Story for Kids
- It’s okay, it’s a little deal
- Calm down first
- Give the toy right away
- Ask for one more minute
This free 6-page printable story helps a child stay calm when a friend asks for a turn, then share the toy or ask for one more minute.
Your child adds their own name and photo on the first and last page, so the story is about them.
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What is inside the free PDF
Simple words, a robot toy to share, and two easy ways to take turns.
Calm down first
Deep breaths, counting to ten, or asking for help or squeezes.
Share right away
Give the toy to the friend, choose something different, and ask for it again later.
One more minute
Ask for one more minute, then hand the toy over. “Now I know how to ask for a turn!”
How to use it
- First
Add your child’s photo
Print the story and stick a photo of your child on the first and last page, so it is their story.
- Then
Practise with a timer
Set a one-minute timer and take turns with a favourite toy.
- Next
Say the words together
Practise “My turn, please” and “One more minute, please” in a calm voice.
Questions parents ask
What is this social story about?
It is a 6-page story that helps children with autism share toys and take turns with friends.
Who can use it?
Parents, teachers and therapists working on play and sharing skills with a child.
Can I print it?
Yes. The story is a printable PDF that works at home, in the classroom or in therapy.
Why does turn taking matter?
Taking turns helps a child play with others, make friends and handle waiting.
How long does it take to read?
Just a few minutes, so it is easy to read again whenever it is needed.
Is it free?
Yes. AutismWorks gives this story free to families and teachers.
Made by Tyler and his dad, Jody
Tyler McNamer is an autistic adult and the author of two books about growing up with autism, Population ONE and Becoming ONE. With his dad, Jody, he makes these free social stories so parents and teachers have simple words for hard moments.
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