Hi, it’s me!
The child adds their name, photo and something they like. Today we learn about greetings and goodbyes!
Free printable social story
Greetings & Goodbyes Social Story for Kids
- Say “hi” or wave back
- Hello, hey there, howdy!
- Say “bye” or wave back
- It makes people feel happy
This free 8-page printable story helps a child notice when someone says “hi” or “bye”, and answer with a word or a wave.
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, friendly pictures and many different ways people say hello and goodbye.
Saying hi
When people say “hi” or wave, say “hi” or wave back. Hello, hey there, howdy: they all mean hi.
Saying bye
When people leave, say “bye” or wave back. So long, see ya, later: they all mean bye.
Now I know!
The child’s photo again: “Now I know how to respond to greetings and goodbyes!”
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
Play “hi and bye”
Take turns walking in and out of the room, saying hi or waving, then bye.
- Next
Find more words
The story asks “Can you think of more?” Write your family’s own hello and goodbye words in the empty bubbles.
Questions parents ask
What is this social story about?
It is an 8-page story that helps children with autism answer when people say hello or goodbye.
Who can use it?
Parents, teachers and therapists working on everyday social 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.
What if my child does not talk?
A wave is a great answer too. The story shows that saying hi, waving, or both all work.
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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