PECS Visual Schedule

Tall blue visual schedule with picture cards arranged in sequence, next to separate red and yellow boards holding additional activity cards.
Child in a red shirt placing a picture card labeled “snack” at the top of a red visual schedule strip with other cards below.
Child standing beside a tall blue visual schedule stand, pointing at a picture card while an adult hand places another card at the top.
Tall yellow visual schedule with activity cards in sequence, alongside blue and purple boards showing meal and play option cards.
Tall green visual schedule with activity cards in sequence, alongside yellow and orange boards showing meal and play option cards.

General Information

The PECS Visual Schedule is a durable communication tool that helps learners follow daily routines with clarity, reducing anxiety and promoting independence at home, school, or in other learning environments.

Key Features and Benefits:

  • Structured Routine Support: Visually represents upcoming tasks and choices to build predictability and reduce stress.

  • Durable Design: Made of poly-plastic material measuring 40” x 6” for safe, long-lasting use.

  • Supports Independence: Encourages learners to follow routines with less prompting, fostering confidence and self-regulation.

  • Versatile Use: Suitable for home, classrooms, therapy settings, and community activities.

  • Skill Development: Enhances communication, emotional regulation, and adaptability in structured environments.

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Specifications

Includes all the VELCRO® Brand hook (rough) and loop (soft) fasteners you’ll need, a “Current Activity” section at the top, a roomy “finished” box at the bottom, and two 4- 1/2″ x 2- 1/2″ choice cards that correspond with the two 8-1/2″ x 11″ color-coded Activity “choice” Boards. Also included are downloadable, detailed directions on the Pyramid Approach to teaching picture-based direction following and using a schedule.  Activity “choice” Boards and choice cards vary in color from those pictured. Some assembly required.