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The Easter Hat Parade - School Stories Series
Easter Hat Parade Social Story
Helping children understand big school moments
School events like an Easter Hat Parade can feel exciting for some children and overwhelming for others. New routines, lots of people watching, and unexpected noise can make the experience confusing or stressful.
This visual social story gently helps children understand what an Easter Hat Parade is, what might happen, and what they can do during the event. It includes spaces for you to personalise the story to make it more meaningful and relevant for your child by adding details about where the parade will take place and who they can go to for help.
Created by a specialist educator with over 20 years of experience supporting children with diverse learning needs, this story uses clear language and supportive visuals to help children feel more prepared for this special school event.
Children learn:
What an Easter Hat Parade is
How they might decorate their hat
What happens during the parade
What they might hear or see
What happens when the parade finishes
How they can get through the change in their own way
Because when children understand what might happen, they can approach new experiences with greater confidence.
Designed for
✔ autistic and neurodivergent learners
✔ children who benefit from visual supports
✔ early years and primary school students
✔ parents preparing children for school events✔ teachers, support staff and therapists
What's Included
• Printable visual story
• Clear visual illustrations
• Simple, predictable language
• Parent and carer support page
Perfect for use at home, in classrooms, or with therapy teams preparing children for upcoming school events.
Part of the School Stories Series
This story is part of the School Stories: Understanding Big School Moments collection by By Mineself Collective.
Other stories in the series include:
• Mufti Day at School• A Different Teacher Today• Starting School• School Assemblies
Each story helps children understand real school experiences using clear explanations and visual supports.
Created by By Mineself Collective
Supporting children to understand school, build confidence, and experience their own “By Mineself” moments.
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Disclaimer
This resource is educational in nature and is designed to support school readiness and skill development. It is not a substitute for individualised therapeutic, medical, or psychological advice. Families should seek personalised professional guidance where appropriate.
