How to Create and Use the 5-Day Planner and Routine Cards at Home
Step 1: Print out the 5-Day Planner document and two copies of the 5-Day Planner Routine Cards using single-sided printing.
Step 2: Laminate all the documents to protect them from wear and tear.
Step 3: Cut out the routine symbols from one page of the routine cards.
Step 4: Attach double-sided Velcro dots or tape (or Blu-Tack) to both the back of the cut-out routine symbols and the corresponding routine symbols on the routine cards page. This will allow you to attach and detach the routine symbols easily while keeping them organised and in the same place.
Step 5: Place Velcro dots or tape onto the 5-Day Planner, ready to attach the routine symbols.
Step 6: Position the planner at your child's height. Many parents find it helpful to place it on the fridge or a wall in the living area.
Step 7:
· Show your child the planner.
· Point out the current day.
· Take the routine symbols and place them next to the day.
· Explain what activities are planned, e.g., "school – park", “breakfast – playtime”.
· Do this every day and build it into your daily routine.
