Social Story: Kalberer Emergent Tower

This social story is a resource for anyone who may benefit from descriptions and pictures that show what a typical visit to Kalberer Emergent Tower is like. If you, your child, or someone else in your group would benefit from this resource, you can download the social story as a PDF below.

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Kalberer Emergent Tower

Only a short walk from Visitors Center

202 steps up to the top.

A view from high above the forest canopy.

I can see Lake Erie on a clear day from the top!

I am going to the tower today, I should wear comfortable shoes!

I should ask if I need noise cancelling headphones or a break!

I must be on my best behavior by following the rules.

I will walk on the right side of the stairs to keep out of people’s way.

I can learn how trees use oxygen while climbing up.

I can use hand sanitizer to stay free from germs!

If I’m tired, I can take a quick rest on a bench.

I made it to the top. This is the height of 3 school buses!

Holden Arboretum staff wear logo shirts and nametags. They can help me!

I wave goodbye to the tower and remember how high up I was!

I should watch my step while going down the stairs.

Knowing what to expect made my trip to the Emergent Tower fun and easy!

Are you visiting the Murch Canopy Walk as well? Check out the social story!

Social Story: Murch Canopy Walk

This social story is a resource for anyone who may benefit from descriptions and pictures that show what a typical visit to Murch Canopy Walk is like. If you, your child, or someone else in your group would benefit from this resource, you can download the social story as a PDF below.

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