Free Visual Schedule Generator
Create visual schedules using your own photos for routines and daily activities.
Help children understand what is happening throughout the day using simple visual supports for autism, ADHD, executive functioning, routines, and independence.
Great for routines, transitions, morning schedules, bedtime, schoolwork, and reducing overwhelm.
Visual Schedule
Make a quick routine with your own pictures or use the quick image bank.
Ready-to-Use Schedules
Tap one to load a routine.
Quick Image Bank
Tap a schedule box.
Tap an image.
Or use Upload image on the card.
Ready-to-Use Schedules
Tap each step when it is done. Print a routine if needed.
Morning Routine
Bedtime Routine
School Work
Leaving the House
Grocery Store
Regulate → See → Try → Do → Reflect
What Is a Visual Schedule?
A visual schedule is a simple picture based routine that helps children see what is happening now, what comes next, and how the day will flow. Visual schedules can reduce uncertainty, support transitions, and help children build independence.
What can visual schedules help with?
Visual schedules can help with morning routines, bedtime routines, schoolwork, therapy sessions, hygiene, chores, outings, appointments, homeschool activities, and transitions between tasks.
Where can I use a visual schedule?
You can use a visual schedule at home, school, therapy, in the car, during homeschool lessons, before appointments, while traveling, or during daily routines. This tool is designed to work on your phone, so you can create and use a quick schedule in the moment.
Why do personalized visual schedules work better?
Personalized schedules can use real photos from your child’s actual life. A picture of your real toothbrush, shoes, backpack, kitchen table, therapy room, or bedtime space may be easier for your child to understand than generic clipart.
Simple way to use a visual schedule
- Start with just 2 to 5 steps if your child is new to visual schedules.
- Use real photos when possible.
- Point to each step and say what is happening.
- Show what is finished and what comes next.
- Use the same schedule during the routine until it becomes familiar.
FAQ
Are visual schedules only for autism?
No. Visual schedules are often used for autistic children, but they can also help children with ADHD, anxiety, speech delays, executive functioning challenges, sensory needs, developmental delays, and children who benefit from visual supports.
Can I use my own photos?
Yes. This tool is designed so you can upload your own photos from your phone. Real photos can help children recognize their actual routine, space, and materials.
How many steps should I add?
Start small. Two to five steps may be enough for a young child or a child who feels overwhelmed. You can add more steps as your child becomes more comfortable using schedules.
Do I need to print the schedule?
No. You can use the schedule directly on your phone. Printing can help if you want to post the schedule on a wall, fridge, bathroom mirror, desk, or routine area.
Should I use pictures, words, or both?
Many children benefit from both pictures and words. Pictures show the task visually, and words help connect the image to language and routine vocabulary.
What if my child does not follow the schedule?
Start with a shorter schedule, use real photos, and practice when your child is calm. A visual schedule is support, not a punishment. Pair it with regulation, choices, and adult help.
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