Attending an Overnight Summer Camp Social Story

Graphic of a summer camp: There is a small cabin in the woods with a stream running next to it. Thre is a bird flying and artwork drying on a clothes line.

Summer camp is a place where I can go to have fun and stay busy during the summer.

Graphic of camp activities, people are paddling a canoe, singing at a campfire and there his a flag labeled

There are many different types of summer camps with different activities.

Graphic of a child sleeping in a bed at camp, the moon can be seen through the window.

I will be going to an overnight camp. This means that I will sleep at the camp.

Graphic of a tent and a log cabin.

I might sleep in a cabin or in a tent.

Graphic of a camp counselor, he is wearing a blue shirt.

There will be a camp counselor who can help me if I need it.

Graphic of two kids standing in front of a bunk bed, they look happy.

I will probably have other campers share my room with me.

Graphic of things to brink to camp, there is a bottle of sunscreen, a T-shirt, shorts and a water bottle.

I might pack things like pajamas, clothes, a water bottle, and sunscreen.

Graphic of a fidget spinner, a blanket and a stuffed animal.

I may want to bring comfort or sensory items like a blanket or stuffed animal. I should check the camp rules to make sure it is allowed.

Graphic of a parent driving away in a car. They are waving to kids who are wearing backpacks.

Someone will drop me off when camp starts and pick me up when it ends.

Graphic of a camp counselor talking to a child who looks sad.

It is normal to feel nervous or homesick at camp. If I need help or a break at camp, I can talk to a camp counselor.

Graphic of a child talking on the phone, he looks happy.

If I miss my family while I am at camp, I can ask my camp counselor if I might be able to call them.

Graphic of a boy giving a thumbs up, he is smiling and looks happy.

I will follow the camp rules, join the activities, and do my best.

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This information was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative (ASERT). For more information, please contact ASERT at 877-231-4244 or info@PAautism.org. ASERT is funded by the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services.