Visuals are very effective with kids with ASD pictures of tasks or charts that can be filled in with stickers are so helpful to your child when learning a routine.

We use picture schedules for a lot of tasks that need to be done when we are learning a new routine or steps in a routine. There are tons of companies that offer pictures through software packages as well as laminated cards. However I have found drawing my own to be the most cost effective and fun. And I consider my self to be artistically challenged.

The one we used the most was for our morning routine because I had to get both of my kids out the door by myself everyday by 7:30 I had to come up with an efficient routine that kept the stress level down to start the day.

Here is an example of our routine in the morning:

Wake up by Mom- draw a picture of you kissing them in bed.
Eat breakfast- draw a picture of a plate fork and spoon.
Go to the bathroom- draw a picture of a toilet.
Get dressed- draw a picture of articles of clothing.
Make bed- draw a picture of a bed made up.
Brush teeth- draw a picture of a toothbrush and paste.
Free time- draw a picture of a TV or Toy
Time for School- draw a picture of a school and good bye.

After you get the pictures drawn put them into a 3 ring binder that your child can flip when he finishes the item pictured on the page. Make them brightly colored and fun.

IIt takes a little work but eventually the kids start doing these things out of routine and when you want to add a new chore or responsibility make a new chart. These are good strategies for any kid but especially important to kids with PDD or Asbergers.