Visual Keyring- Autism Support
🔑 Visual Support Keyring
Portable Visual Prompts for Behavior & Daily Directions
Support your students anytime, anywhere with this portable visual keyring designed for learners who benefit from consistent visual supports throughout the day.
This easy-to-assemble tool gives you quick access to simple, clear visual prompts — helping reinforce expectations, directions, and behavior supports in the moment.
Perfect for special education, autism support classrooms, ABA settings, early childhood, and inclusive environments.
✂️ How to Make
1️⃣ Print (one-sided, in color).
2️⃣ Cut along the black borders.
3️⃣ Laminate each card for durability.
4️⃣ Hole punch the upper left corner.
5️⃣ Place cards on a keyring or carabiner.
👩🏫 How to Use
✔️ Keep it with you throughout the day for easy access.
✔️ Use visuals to give simple directions such as:
• “Stand up”
• “Wait”
• “Line up”
• “Quiet”
✔️ Pair visuals with verbal instructions to increase understanding.
✔️ Respond immediately to behaviors with consistent visual cues.
✔️ Print multiple copies so all staff members use the same visuals — ensuring consistency across the classroom.
🌟 Why This Tool Works
✔️ Portable and always accessible
✔️ Promotes consistency among staff
✔️ Supports receptive language and processing
✔️ Reduces frustration and confusion
✔️ Encourages independence
✔️ Helps de-escalate challenging behaviors
Having the visuals available 24/7 allows you to guide, redirect, and reinforce expectations immediately — which is key for many students who rely on visual structure.
