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
Understanding Made Simple
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.
Everything Your Child Needs
Every element of Sammy Stories is thoughtfully crafted by behavior analysts, speech therapists, and occupational therapists to support neurodivergent learners.
11 Evidence-Based Stories
Clinically validated social stories covering emotions, school routines, friendships, and daily life - each reviewed against Carol Gray 10.2 standards
3 Communication Styles
Full text, simplified text, or visual-only with AAC symbols - each story adapts to your child's preferred way of learning
Read-Aloud Narration
5 natural AI voices read stories aloud with adjustable speed. Turn it on once and it reads the whole story automatically
Bionic Reading & Reading Aids
Bold-first-letter text, line-focus ruler, and emotion color coding help children with dyslexia and visual tracking difficulties
AAC Symbol Support
Key words display familiar AAC symbols alongside text, bridging the gap between symbol users and text readers
Meet Sammy & Friends
Sammy, Zee, Mara, and Dem bring diverse perspectives to every story, including the sibling experience of growing up together
WCAG AAA Accessible
High contrast mode, dyslexia-friendly fonts, reduced motion, keyboard navigation, and screen reader support built into every page
Progress Tracking
Track which stories your child has read and celebrate milestones. Progress syncs across devices automatically
Stories for Every Situation
Explore our carefully organized categories, each designed to help your child build confidence in the situations they encounter every day.
Home & Family
Daily routines, family time, and household activities
School & Learning
Classroom behavior, following directions, and academic settings
Social Interactions
Making friends, taking turns, and understanding social cues
Emotions & Self-Regulation
Identifying feelings, calming strategies, and emotional awareness
Who Benefits from Sammy Stories
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
Sammy and his friends navigate everyday situations together, showing children that everyone's journey is unique and valuable.
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.
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.
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.
Zee
Nigerian (Igbo heritage) - Sammy's sister
Zee is Sammy's little sister. She loves her big brother with all her heart, even when she doesn't understand why he gets upset or needs things to be a certain way. Through Zee's eyes, siblings learn it's okay to feel confused and that love means learning together.
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
Stories That Finally Feel Safe
"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."
— 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 paywalls—just support when you need it.
View on GitHubOur 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.