Autism Visual Schedule & Pictograms
A free 12-page printable PDF of calm, picture-based supports for autistic kids: a daily schedule, first-then board, feelings thermometer, step-by-step routines, communication boards and calm-down tools.
A free 12-page printable PDF of calm, picture-based supports for autistic kids: a daily schedule, first-then board, feelings thermometer, step-by-step routines, communication boards and calm-down tools. This free printable is designed for All ages / autism support and works great at home, in the classroom, or in therapy. No sign-up — just download and print.
What’s inside this printable?
Daily Schedule + First-Then Board
Picture cards for wake up, breakfast, school, bath and bed with check boxes, plus a first-then board that makes waiting for the fun part easier.
Emotions & Self-Regulation
How-do-I-feel faces and a red/orange/yellow/green emotion thermometer that tells the child exactly what to do to get back to calm.
Communication & Social Boards
An I-want / I-need pictogram board (water, bathroom, help, break, food, hug) and gentle rules-with-pictures so non-verbal kids can point to ask.
Routines, Star Chart & My Week
Numbered step-by-step routines, a star reward chart, a Monday-to-Sunday planner and a what-calms-me page full of coping tools.
Download the free PDF
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How to use these worksheets
- Print the pages you want to work on — start with the easier ones.
- Do one or two pages a day so the skills stick, without overwhelming the child.
- Read the instruction together and let the child try; use the tip box on each page.
- Celebrate effort over perfection — confidence is what keeps kids practicing.
Frequently asked questions
Is this autism visual schedule really free to print?
Yes. The full 12-page PDF is completely free to download and print at home or in the classroom, as many times as you need, for personal and educational use.
What ages and learners is it for?
It is designed for autistic (ASD) children and other neurodivergent learners in preschool through early elementary, and works great for homeschool, special education and speech therapy settings.
What visual supports are included?
A daily picture schedule, first-then board, feelings faces, emotion thermometer, step-by-step routines, an I-want / I-need pictogram board, rules with pictures, a star chart, a weekly planner and calm-down tools.
How do I use the visual schedule with my child?
Print the pages, point to the next picture so your child knows what comes now, and have them color or check each box when finished. Predictable, picture-based routines help reduce anxiety and meltdowns.