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Classroom management systems effectively manage children’s learning and behavior, sustain an orderly environment, enhance academic skills, and further social and emotional development. We know that effective teaching and learning cannot take place in a poorly managed classroom. Because this is

At Time Timer, we know your morning routine sets the stage for the day ahead. It’s why Time Timer was originally designed – to help parents support their kids in getting to school on time! We’ve shared stress-free steps to a

Feeling overwhelmed by Special Education demands? Discover how a simple Task Time Audit with Time Timer® can help you reclaim control of your schedule and prioritize your time and energy effectively.

For decades now, email has been a great tool for communication in technologically advanced societies.   However, with the convenience of email comes the challenge of managing an overflowing inbox. Constantly checking and responding to emails can, of course, be overwhelming

Summer is right around the corner and we are ready to enjoy! When school is out this summer, it’s important to relax and soak in family time, while maintaining routines. A lot can happen in an hour- and the Visual Scheduler is a helpful tool to plan your day. Let’s check out some ways to incorporate the Time Timer Visual Scheduler into your family’s activities.

Transitioning from activity to activity and especially transitioning from a preferred activity ie. screen time to a non-preferred activity, ie getting dressed and ready for school, can be a challenge for any child. However, those with Autism may struggle even more to find the motivation to complete mundane everyday tasks. Many Autistic kids and teens struggle with executive functioning, including time management, or have a dual diagnosis of ADHD. Therefore having tools ready to go for transitions at school and home is essential. 

When my neurodivergent kid was in early elementary school, I was constantly saying to him: “Why won’t you just ?” I didn’t have the knowledge then to know that thinking or saying “why won’t you just” is a red flag for parents and educators. That phrase is a clear indication that expectations are out of reach and that we are looking at behavior through the lens of judgment and contempt, deeming the behavior a won’t. This makes everyone feel bad and doesn’t lead to meaningful change. 

Executive function refers to a set of key skills that describe complex processes in the brain’s prefrontal cortex that help you manage time and get things done – it’s how you plan, focus, organize, remember, problem-solve, make decisions, control impulses, and complete tasks in daily life.   

Effective time management is a cornerstone of personal and professional success. Every moment of the day is valuable. A good way to maximize that value is through effective time management. Important tasks at hand are best tackled with a task management tool.