Visual stories your child will actually use
Create simple, illustrated stories that help your child navigate everyday moments: grocery store, doctor visits, new routines. Ready on any device, even without WiFi.
Free forever • No credit card • Works on every device
Everything your family needs, nothing complicated
Works on your phone, tablet, or laptop
No iPad required. StoryRetriever runs in any browser. The same story your child uses in therapy is available everywhere your family goes.
Saved offline for tough moments
The grocery store, the waiting room, the car: StoryRetriever stories work without WiFi so they're ready when your child needs them most.
Built together with your child's SLP
Your SLP creates the story, you both see the same version, always up to date. No more printed copies that go out of date the moment your child makes progress.
Simple enough for your child to use independently
Large visuals, tap-to-advance pages, and clear audio make visual social narratives something children can revisit on their own, building independence one story at a time.
Add your own photos and details
Generic stories don't always stick. Add a photo of your actual grocery store, your child's bedroom, or your family's car to make each story feel real and familiar.
Free to start, always
The free plan gives you 1 story, 1 communication board, 1 child profile, and the most commonly used templates (morning routine, grocery store, and doctor visits) at no cost.
“My son used to have major meltdowns at the grocery store. After two weeks with a StoryRetriever story, he walks through the whole routine independently. I cried.”
The same story, ready on the phone in your pocket
Stories play full-screen with large photos, simple captions, and recorded audio. Your child taps to advance, and you can pause at any page to talk about what is coming next.
No printer, no PDF, no scanned pages from a binder. Just open the app, pick the story, and you are ready.
Questions from parents
- Does my child need an account?
- No. Children view stories through a shared link or your account. You control what they see. There is no login required for a child to use a story.
- Can I use StoryRetriever without an SLP?
- Absolutely. Many parents use StoryRetriever independently. You can choose from our template library or build a story from scratch using your own photos and text.
- What if my child already has an SLP? Can we share stories?
- Yes. Your SLP can create a professional account and share stories directly with you. You'll both see the same story, and any updates your SLP makes appear on your device automatically.
- Is it safe for my child to use?
- StoryRetriever is designed with COPPA requirements in mind. We never collect data from children, never run ads, and never sell your information. Stories are stored securely and only shared with people you choose.
- What ages is StoryRetriever designed for?
- Most families use it with children ages 3 to 12, but the approach works for any child who benefits from advance preparation. We have parents using it with toddlers learning bedtime routines and preteens preparing for new social settings.
- What if my child has multiple diagnoses (autism + ADHD, autism + anxiety)?
- Visual social narratives can help with all three. Children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, sensory processing differences, or developmental delays often benefit from knowing what to expect before a situation. The story stays the same; the diagnosis informs how you frame the content.
- Can grandparents or babysitters use stories I create?
- Yes. Sharing a story does not require the recipient to create an account. They open the link, the story plays, and they have the same context you do. This is especially useful before drop-offs, sleepovers, or new caregivers.
Ready to make your first story?
Free forever • No credit card • Works on every device