Social Stories

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We have created a "social story" for those of you using the guinea pig program at Ueno Zoo for the first time, specifically for school groups (special needs schools/classes and kindergartens/preschools).

This page provides information about guinea pigs, including procedures and precautions to take when interacting with them, so that you can enjoy the program with peace of mind.

*Social Stories are primarily a tool to support individuals with developmental disabilities (especially autism spectrum disorder) and their families and related parties, but the content can be used by anyone, including young children and other individuals with disabilities. Click/tap the image to view.

You can also find it in PDF format at the following link.

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  We gather in front of the sign.
• 2

  

  Someone from the zoo is waiting.
• 3

  

  I will disinfect my hands.
• 4

  

  We will disinfect the shoes.
• 5

  

  Place your luggage.
• 6

  

  I sit down in the chair.
• 7

  

  We'll hear stories about what gulls eat.
• 8

  

  We'll hear a story about guinea pig poop.
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  I'm going to look at the guinea pig's poop.
• 10

  

  A guinea pig is coming to live next door.
• 11

  

  Stroke the guinea pig's back. Stroke it towards its bottom.
• 12

  

  Place a sheet over your knees.
• 13

  

  I put the guinea pig on my lap and pet it.
• 14

  

  The gulls are going home.
• 15

  

  Let's hear the summary.
• 16

  

  I carry luggage.
• 17

  

  Wash your hands.