Social Stories That Help Your Child Thrive

Calming, animated stories designed for autistic children ages 4-12, helping them navigate everyday social situations with confidence and joy

Free Forever
WCAG AAA Accessible
Sensory-Friendly

Understanding Made Simple

Illustration of a child feeling overwhelmed in a busy social situation

Understanding social situations can be challenging

Many autistic children feel overwhelmed by unpredictable social interactions. The sensory overload, unspoken rules, and sudden changes can create anxiety and stress for both children and their families.

Traditional learning methods often move too fast or use harsh visuals that increase rather than reduce anxiety.

Sammy Stories makes learning feel like play

Our gentle, predictable animations create a safe space where children can learn at their own pace. Each story follows a comforting structure with no harsh visuals, no surprises, and plenty of time to process.

Children see themselves reflected in Sammy's experiences, making social skills feel achievable and natural.

A happy child reading Sammy Stories on a tablet in a cozy setting

Features Designed With Care

Every element of Sammy Stories is thoughtfully crafted to support neurodivergent learners, creating a sensory-friendly experience that respects each child's unique needs.

Beautiful Animations

Gentle, sensory-friendly visuals with soft colors and predictable movements that soothe rather than overwhelm

Read-Aloud Mode

Clear voice narration with adjustable speed and volume, plus optional text highlighting to support different learning styles

Fully Accessible

High contrast options, dyslexia-friendly fonts, AAC symbol support, and WCAG AAA compliance for maximum accessibility

Works Offline

Download stories to access anywhere, anytime - no internet required for uninterrupted learning and comfort

Progress Tracking

Parents and caregivers can celebrate growth milestones and see how their child is developing social confidence over time

Multiple Communication Styles

Choose from verbal, non-verbal, or visual-only versions to match your child's preferred way of learning and processing

Who Benefits from Sammy Stories

A diverse, happy family enjoying time together

Children with ASD

Ages 4-12 who are learning to navigate social situations and build independence

Parents & Caregivers

Families seeking gentle, evidence-based resources to support their child's growth

Therapists & Educators

Professionals looking for accessible tools to reinforce social skills in therapy and classroom settings

Siblings & Peers

Brothers, sisters, and classmates who want to understand and support their autistic friends

Meet the Friends

Three friends who navigate everyday situations together, showing children that everyone's journey is unique and valuable.

Sammy, a cheerful 7-year-old Nigerian boy with a warm smile wearing a colorful camo hoodie and backpack

Sammy

Nigerian (Igbo heritage)

Meet Sammy! He's a curious, kind 7-year-old who's learning to navigate the world just like your child. With his warm smile and gentle spirit, Sammy explores everyday situations with wonder and courage.

Curious Kind Brave
Mara, a friendly 7-year-old girl with wavy auburn hair, green eyes, and a lavender cardigan

Mara

European heritage

Mara is a gentle, empathetic friend who loves reading and helping others understand their feelings. She often appears in stories about sharing, friendship, and communication.

Gentle Empathetic Loves Reading
Dem, an energetic 7-year-old South Asian boy with thick black hair, wearing a teal dinosaur t-shirt

Dem

South Asian (Indian heritage)

Dem is energetic, playful, and always up for an adventure. He's learning patience and turn-taking, and often joins stories about school, waiting, and working together.

Energetic Playful Adventurous

Sammy's stories help children learn social skills in a safe, supportive, and culturally affirming way.

Designed for Neurodivergent Minds

Our Accessibility Promise

We believe every child deserves stories that respect their sensory needs and learning style. Sammy Stories is built from the ground up with neurodivergent children at the center of every design decision.

Sensory-Friendly Design

Carefully chosen colors, gentle animations, and calming visual elements that reduce overstimulation and create a peaceful learning environment

No Flashing or Sudden Sounds

Every transition is smooth and predictable, with no jarring noises or visual surprises that could trigger sensory discomfort or anxiety

WCAG AAA Compliant

Meeting the highest accessibility standards for color contrast, keyboard navigation, and screen reader compatibility

Multiple Font Options

Choose from several readable typefaces including OpenDyslexic, specially designed to improve reading comfort for children with dyslexia

Evidence-Based
Family-Centered
Made with Love
Parent Review

Stories That Finally Feel Safe

A parent and child peacefully reading together on a tablet
"After trying so many social skills apps and programs, Sammy Stories is the first one my daughter actually wants to use. The gentle pacing and predictable format help her feel safe instead of anxious. She asks for 'Sammy time' every evening now."

โ€” Sarah M., Parent of 6-year-old with ASD

Families around the world are discovering how Sammy's gentle approach transforms learning from a challenge into something children look forward to. The predictable structure and sensory-friendly design create the safety needed for real growth.

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Free & Open-Source

Made with love for neurodivergent children everywhere. No subscriptions, no paywallsโ€”just support when you need it.

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Our Mission: Every child deserves access to resources that honor their unique way of experiencing the world. Sammy Stories will always be free because learning, understanding, and growing should never have a price tag.