First and Then Boards Autism and Special Education Behavior Support Resources

🧩 First and Then Visual Schedule Boards | Special Education & Autism Support

First and then is a powerful strategy to help students complete adult-directed tasks before moving on to a motivating activity. These boards are designed with bright, colorful backgrounds and clear visuals to support transitions, task completion, and positive reinforcement. Perfect for use in special education settings, therapy sessions, or at home with children with autism and other developmental disabilities.

📦 What’s Included:

• Boards
• Small First & Then (9 colors)
• Small First, Next & Then (9 colors)
• Large First & Then (9 colors)
• Large First, Next & Then (9 colors)
• 20 Motivating Visuals (4.5cm x 4.5cm, curved edges, word labels on top):
• Tablet, trampoline, ball, music, balloon, bubbles, toy animal, car, doll, sensory toy, drawing, train, blocks, play dough, puzzle, outside, break, snack, special reward, and choice.
• Colors Included: Red, orange, yellow, green, light blue, dark blue, purple, pink, white

🎯 How to Use:

1. Print and cut out boards.
2. Laminate each piece for durability.
3. Add soft Velcro to the boards and hard Velcro to the back of the visuals.
4. Easily swap visuals to customize tasks and rewards for each student.

🌟 Why Teachers & Parents Love This Resource:

✅ Encourages independence & task completion

✅ Supports routines, transitions, and behavior management

✅ Bright, engaging colors keep students motivated

✅ Reusable, durable, and adaptable for any learning environment