Feeling Angry is a free printable social story designed to help children – especially those with autism, ADHD, or emotional regulation difficulties – understand and manage feelings of anger in a calm and safe way. Using simple language, visuals, and step-by-step support, this story teaches what anger feels like, why it happens, and how to respond without hurting themselves or others.
It is an ideal tool for use at home, in schools, or in therapy, and helps children learn positive coping strategies and build confidence in managing big emotions.
What’s Included in This Free Anger Social Story?
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What is anger? – Explains that feeling angry is normal and something everyone experiences.
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Signs of anger – Helps children notice the physical and emotional signs of anger, like tight fists, a hot face, or wanting to shout.
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Safe ways to let anger out – Suggests things like squeezing a cushion, stomping feet, or tearing paper safely.
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Calming strategies – Introduces techniques such as deep breathing, counting to 10, listening to music, or asking for help.
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Talking about feelings – Encourages children to use words like “I feel angry because…” to express emotions.
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Reassurance and support – Reminds children that learning to calm down takes practice, and that adults can help.
How Can the Social Story Be Used Practically?
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With autistic children – This visual and structured story is especially helpful for autistic children who need support with recognising and managing strong feelings.
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At home – Parents and carers can read the story with their child as part of a daily routine or after a moment of frustration.
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In schools and early years settings – Teachers can use the story as part of social-emotional learning (SEL) or keep a copy in the calm-down corner.
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During therapy or SEN support sessions – Ideal for use by therapists, counsellors, or SEN professionals as part of an emotional regulation toolkit.
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As a visual prompt – Display the story in spaces where children often need help calming down or managing transitions.
This free printable social story about anger supports autistic children and others with additional needs in learning how to manage their feelings safely and independently. It helps children feel understood, supported, and capable of calming down and making positive choices.
