Periods & Menstruation Social Story | Puberty, Personal Hygiene & First Period Resource | SEND

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Help children and young people understand periods, menstruation and puberty with this clear, reassuring and accessible Periods Social Story.

This resource is designed to support pupils who may feel worried, confused or unsure about what happens during a period. It explains menstruation in simple, age-appropriate language and can be used to prepare a child before their first period or as an ongoing support resource.

Ideal for SEND, autism, PSHE, life skills, pastoral support and puberty education, this social story helps pupils build confidence, independence and understanding around changes to their body.

The resource covers:

• What a period is
• What period blood may look like
• Common physical and emotional changes
• Period products and how they are used
• Changing pads and staying clean
• Personal hygiene during menstruation
• Managing leaks or stained clothing
• Carrying spare period products
• Asking a trusted adult for help
• Reassurance that periods are a normal part of growing up

This menstruation social story is particularly useful for children and young people who benefit from clear explanations, repetition, visual support and predictable language.

Suitable for use by:

• Teachers
• SENCOs
• Teaching assistants
• Autism and SEND practitioners
• School nurses
• Pastoral teams
• Parents and carers
• Specialist and mainstream settings

Perfect for PSHE lessons, puberty education, life skills sessions, 1:1 interventions, SEND support and preparation for a first period.

A practical and sensitive resource to help pupils feel more prepared, informed and confident about menstruation and puberty.

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