Category: Schedules & Routines

You’ve spent weeks getting used to a new routine. You’ve color-coded calendars, downloaded apps, created incentives and rewards, and given yourself (or your loved ones) plenty of high-fives for adapting. Things are rolling along nicely. And then, bam! out of nowhere, you have to make a big change to the routine.O For everyone, but especially … read more

If you’ve been trying to establish a routine for your child, you probably already know how challenging it can be to get started. Whether you’re met with resistance from your child or he adapts easily to the new routine, it can take some time to get used to new habits. Once he does, there’s a … read more

When it comes to adopting a new routine with your child, there’s no way around it – it’s going to be overwhelming. It truly doesn’t matter how simple the routine might be. Even implementing a morning routine that you view as easy-peasy might be meltdown-inducing for your child. That’s doubly true for a child with … read more

When it comes to getting a child used to a new routine, you might feel as though you are waffling about in the dark, just trying to find a strategy that sticks. Perhaps your child is reluctant to get on board and follow the new schedule that you’ve set for her. Okay – it’s time … read more

When you’re working on developing a new routine with your child, consistency is key. Something else that can help you, particularly when you are working with a child who has unique learning needs, such as autism, is to remember that a routine is nothing more than a series of consecutive habits that are repeated on … read more

It’s no secret that kids – particularly kids with unique learning needs, such as autism – thrive on routine. Not only does a set schedule provide kids with the structured environment they need to feel secure and to master new skills, but it will also help keep everyone organized and on task. Translation? Less stress … read more

As an adult, there’s a good chance that you have some semblance of a daily routine. Perhaps it’s something as simple as brushing your teeth and taking a shower immediately upon waking up in the morning, or it might be as complex as creating a daily schedule for yourself that you pin on your refrigerator. … read more

If you have a child with autism or are working with a child with autism, you probably already know the importance of routine. Kids with autism already have a tough time making sense of the world, but lots of order, predictability, and structure can help them make sense of their surroundings. Establishing a good routine … read more