Social Story: Carrying Her Words Digital Book

Carrying My Words is a gentle, empowering social story that follows Della, a young girl who uses an AAC device to communicate. At first, carrying her words feels hard—her device is heavy, and it’s frustrating when she can’t say what she wants to say. Through patience, support, and understanding, Della learns that her words matter and that there are ways to make using her AAC device easier. With inclusive visuals and simple, child-friendly language, this story helps children understand self-advocacy, emotional regulation, and alternative communication. It models supportive adult involvement and celebrates assistive technology as a powerful tool—not a limitation. This story supports: AAC users and emerging communicators Emotional expression and frustration tolerance Self-advocacy and problem-solving Inclusive representation and disability acceptance