Lesson Plan
Picture-Powered Schedule
Students will learn to interpret a picture-based daily schedule, create a personalized mini visual schedule, and practice using it to transition smoothly between activities.
Visual schedules help autistic and all learners reduce anxiety around transitions, build independence, and improve organizational skills by providing clear, predictable routines.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Visual Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Picture Walkthrough
5 minutes
Step 2
Matching Activity
7 minutes
Step 3
Create Your Mini Scheduler
10 minutes
Step 4
Practice Transitions & Reflection
8 minutes

Slide Deck
Picture-Powered Daily Schedule
Lesson Objectives
Why Use a Visual Schedule?
Morning Schedule
Afternoon Schedule
Materials You’ll Use
Matching Activity
Create Your Mini Scheduler
Practice Transitions
Reflection & Wrap-Up

Worksheet


Worksheet

