

As a hint, I like to include one activity that doesn't have a set ‘finished time' in each segment – so if getting dressed is a breeze this morning, then your child can spend more time watching TV. Setting a schedule, even a ‘loose schedule, can help them (and you!) reduce anxiety and set expectations.Ĭonsider what your child's typical summer day routine can look like, and block off the time in segments: get dressed & watch TV til 10am 1 chore and 1 fun morning activity until 11:30am.

This can be true for all of your children, but especially for your child with autism.
#Summertime daily schedule for kids movie
As a former teacher, I had many families who would come to me in May with a panicked look – how are we ever going to keep our child with autism busy, engaged, and happy this summer? There are a lot of daytime hours to fill and not nearly enough autism summer camps for our children with autism to fill them.Ĭreating a summer schedule with structured activities can definitely seem like a daunting task, but the payoff can be huge. The much-hyped 'Barbenheimer' box office battle over the weekend proved to be a win for movie theaters that needed to add some sizzle to their summer.
