Managing Transitions: Helping Autistic Students Move from One Activity to Another
Mar 21, 2025•9 min
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Episode Overview
Transitions can be one of the biggest challenges in a special education classroom. Moving from one activity to another—whether it’s playtime to work time, recess to the classroom, or one subject to another—can be overwhelming for autistic students. The good news? With the right strategies, we can make transitions so much smoother!
In this episode, we’ll cover:
✔️ Why transitions can be so difficult for autistic students.
✔️ Strategies to make transitions easier, including visuals, timers, and transition objects.
✔️ How to use transition cues effectively to set students up for success.
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