Social Story about visiting 'The Hairy Planet' Salon

When you visit the Hairy Planet, you arrive in the playroom.
There are toys, books, blocks, a TV and a games console.
We have a soft area called the den where you can relax and play on our big hairy floor cushions. There are DVD's and computer games to choose - or you can read, build blocks, play with trains.
There are chairs for your parents too.

You will see bubbles, spinners and buzzy toys, and there are people and other children to play with.

Playing in the den area

Some of the games help you learn how to cope with getting a hair cut.
Some of these games are called:
Snipping Circles, Buzzy Bugs and The Wiggler!

We use lots of hair dresser things when we play, and some games are very silly and fun - like spraying water on our heads!

Learning to spray and comb

You learn how to spray and comb or brush your own hair in the mirror.
You learn how to use words or pictures to say when you are calm and ready.
You choose your favourite colour towel.
You choose where you want to sit.
You choose what you want to play with.
Girls can choose pretty hair slides, clips and hair ties.
You can choose scissors or clippers to get your hair cut.
You choose what to watch on the DVD player.

You can watch and talk about other children just like you getting their hair cut.

Choosing a DVD to watch can help

Hair cuts do not hurt. This is because your hair does not have any feelings.
So when Jenny's gentle scissors trim your hair, you don't not feel anything.
Sometimes the buzzy feel of the clippers can make you feel uncomfortable, but we can help you, and stop for a few minutes if you need a break.
Having a hair cut can be quick too - especially if you are playing computer games or watching a DVD. You can even hold onto the sand timer.


Sitting still really helps. If you can sit still, haircuts can be finished really quickly.
Then it's playtime again! You get a whole hour to play with whatever you like at the Hairy Planet.

The people who help you play at the Hairy Planet are called Claire, Jenny, Karen and Anna.
You can bring your own favourite toys, and your brothers or sisters can get a hair cut too.

No stress! Sometimes, you might need to come for a few visits before you will feel ready to get a hair cut.

Relax and watch a DVD

You'll be so proud of yourself when you go home looking very smart and have tidy hair!

And when it is time to go home - you can choose a lolly, bubbles or crayons to take home.










For more information, videos and booking the Hairy Planet: http://www.hometrain.ie/hairyplanet/