Autism Visual Schedule by Kelly Jean Sullivan

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Routines are often important to autistic children and teenagers. They can find change and transitions difficult to cope with. They might like to eat, sleep or leave the house in the same way every time

How do you deal with a routine change in autism?

Helping Children with Autism Cope with Change

1. Talk it out. One strategy is telling them about changes in their schedule ahead of time. ...
2. Use pictures. Create a visual schedule that you can adjust accordingly. ...
3. Give cues. If transitioning from one activity to another is challenging, give cues. ...
4. Allow for extra time. ...
5. Be positive.