Supports such as talking lights, incentive charts, visual timers, and mood thermometers

Support and promote the use of pre-taught calming techniques

Opportunities for change of environments to de-escalate when needed

Scheduled opportunities for teacher and student to discuss areas of concern and to problem-solve

Post a clear and predictable daily schedule

Structured opportunities for social interactions

Opportunities for breaks

Additional time to complete tasks

Frequent feedback, praise, positive reinforcement as child works

Calm environment to work

Opportunities for breaks

Clear and consistent instructional and behavioral messages

Repetition

Advance notice of upcoming activity, schedule, or routine changes

Teach new skills through demonstration and activation of background knowledge