1. Going to a Restaurant
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2. We are going to a restaurant
We are going to a restaurant. A restaurant is a place where people can go to eat food. Restaurants can be really fun!

3. Sometimes restaurants can feel noisy or crowded. It’s okay
Sometimes restaurants can feel noisy or crowded. It’s okay. I can tell my mom or dad if I feel scared or nervous.
They might hold my hand or take me for a short walk outside. I can take a break from the noise and crowd and still have fun at the restaurant!

4. When we sit down at our table there might be a special menu for me to choose my food from.
Sometimes I may feel nervous about what I will eat, especially if the restaurant is new.
It’s okay! My mom and dad know what I like and will help me choose.

5. After we order our food I might have to wait again while they cook the food. This is okay too!
I can ask for crayons to color with or play tic-tac- toe.
I can also read books or listen to music again.

6. If someone talks to me while we are waiting for our food, it is a good idea to take a break from my book, music, or game to answer them.
Talking with people at restaurants is part of the fun!
I can return to my favorite activity after I answer.

7. When the food comes to the table, I should say “thank you” to the person who brings the food.
If my food looks a little different than it does when I get it at home, it’s okay!
My mom or dad will help me feel good about the food because they know what I like!

8. I did it! Going to a restaurant was lots of fun and now I know that I can do it again!

9. Things to Try When we go to a restaurant, I can bring: A book A game
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