Three portable picture fans that break morning, bathroom and bedtime routines into simple visual steps children can follow.
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THREE ROUTINES, ONE SET - Morning Routine, Bathroom Routine and Bedtime Routine fans cover the times of day when children often need the most support, from getting dressed and brushing teeth to winding down for sleep.
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CLEAR STEP-BY-STEP VISUALS - Each fan sets out a routine as a sequence of simple, clear pictures so children can see what to do and in what order. Ideal for children who find spoken instructions hard to process or remember.
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REDUCES ANXIETY AROUND TRANSITIONS - Knowing what comes next helps many children feel calmer and more in control. A consistent visual routine can mean fewer battles at the busiest times of day and more independence for the child.
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PORTABLE AND DURABLE - The petals in each fan are held together, so the whole routine stays in one place with no loose cards to lose. Compact enough to keep by the bathroom sink, on a bedside table or in a bag for sleepovers, holidays and respite stays.
Routines are where many children with additional needs struggle most. Getting up, getting dressed, using the bathroom and settling down at night all involve a string of small steps, and remembering them in the right order can be overwhelming, especially when instructions are given verbally and in a hurry.
The Play Doctors Routine Fans turn three of the most important routines of the day into clear visual sequences. The set includes:
- Morning Routine fan - [e.g. waking up, toileting, washing, getting dressed, breakfast, brushing teeth]
- Bathroom Routine fan - [e.g. toilet, flush, wash hands, dry hands]
- Bedtime Routine fan - [e.g. bath, pyjamas, brushing teeth, story, lights out]
Children can follow each step at their own pace, building confidence and independence while adults step back from constant prompting. The fans work equally well at home, in school, in nurseries and in respite or residential settings, so children have the same visual language wherever they are.
Because each routine is held together as a fan, the steps stay in order and nothing goes missing. They are compact enough to travel with your child, helping to keep routines consistent when everyday life changes, such as staying with family, going on holiday or starting at a new setting.