5 Ways Teachers Are Using Visual Schedules Wrong (And What to Do Instead)

About this episode

This episode discusses common mistakes teachers make with visual schedules and how to effectively implement them in the classroom.

You spent the time laminating the cards. You hung the visual schedule perfectly on the wall. But then? The kids barely looked at it. In this episode, let's talk about the five biggest mistakes teachers make with visual schedules and explain how to turn your schedule from a classroom decoration into one of the most powerful tools in your day. The truth is, visual schedules do not work automatically. They have to be taught, referenced, updated, and used consistently if we want children to feel safe and confident using them. Topics Discussed: Why visual schedules are important Why hanging a visual schedule is not enough How to teach children to use the schedule Why updating the schedule matters Ways to reduce transition anxiety Related Resources: Visual Schedule Cards Related Blogposts/Episodes: Why You Should Be Using a Visual Schedule Connect with Ashley Follow on Instagram @lovelycommotion Join the Lovely Preschool Teachers Facebook Group More About the Lovely Preschool Teachers Podcast Are you a busy preschool teacher who loves gaining new ideas, perspectives, and inspiration for your classroom? The Lovely Preschool Teachers Podcast is here to help you up your confidence in…

People in this episode

Host: Ashley Rives

Topics covered

• visual schedules
• classroom management
• transition anxiety
• teaching strategies
• early childhood education

Keywords

• visual schedules
• teaching strategies
• transition anxiety
• classroom decoration
• early childhood education

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lovely Preschool Teachers Podcast

Products: Visual Schedule Cards

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