Speech Therapy Story Companion | The Kissing Hand | Back to School Social-Emotional Book Companion | SLP Visuals + Activities

Ease first-day jitters and support emotional language with this story companion for The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn! This printable + digital bundle is designed for SLPs targeting early language, WH-questions, social-emotional vocabulary, and expressive communication.

Whether you’re working with preschoolers or early elementary students, this resource adds warmth and meaning to your back-to-school therapy sessions.

What’s Included:
🦝 Printable story visuals (Chester, raccoon family, heart hand, school scenes) in PDF + transparent PNGs
💬 WH-questions, sequencing, vocabulary, articulation, and emotional expression
🧠 Social-emotional language prompts (feelings, comfort strategies, etc.)
🛍️ Optional manipulative shopping list with links (raccoon puppets, heart visuals)
📋 SLP planning checklist for session prep
💻 Digital and printable formats included
Over 300 Pages of Fun!
How to Use:
Pair visuals with read-alouds to enhance comprehension

Support emotional vocabulary with discussion and storytelling

Practice sequencing and story retell

Use play-based props for social role-play

Ideal for the first week of school or transitions

Perfect For:
SLPs, SLPAs, and grad students

Preschool – 2nd grade

Back-to-school themed sessions

Mixed language and articulation groups

Emotional vocabulary and expression