This material is designed to help parents and educators work on reading comprehension and teach social and emotional skills to autistic children and youth. Through stories like “The Journey of Lucas: Thinking Before Speaking,” children will learn the importance of thinking before expressing themselves, practicing how to communicate their feelings and needs clearly and respectfully. Additionally, reading comprehension questions and role-playing examples are included to reinforce what has been learned, helping children build confidence in their communication skills and improve their social interactions.