08/02/2026
Don’t overcomplicate visuals.
Sure, we can make them look pretty.
But pretty doesn’t mean functional (& 1️⃣ for me is functionality, then we can make it “pretty”)
If you’re just getting started, you dont need to go out and buy a laminator, velcro, laminating sleeves or a book binder, etc.
Here’s what you can use to start:
1️⃣ Tape: Great for placing visuals to a location (think mirror near a sink, a wall near the closet or entryway, kitchen cabinet, refrigerator, etc.) or for putting over the visual to make them last a bit longer (a simple alternative to laminating - it won’t last as long but its a place to start!)
2️⃣ Magnatiles: If your child loves them, try putting a printed visual in between 2 magnatiles.
Great in the kitchen on the fridge or another magnetic surface.
Works on some doors as well (front doors, garage doors inside & outside, etc.)
3️⃣ Smartphone: A great on-the-go alternative if you’re taking pictures of a location for a mini social story, or needing to them in the bathroom at a restaurant for washing hands (no one wants to be juggling pictures there!).
Our phones are near us more often than not too which makes it handy.
Just organize them by skill or story in a folder on your phone to make it super easy to find and use.
And if you’re wondering - why yes.
I still use the DocuSeal ‘95 that my parents used to make my sister’s visuals. 💛
31 years old and STILL KICKIN’!!
(They don’t make ‘em like they used to!)
Stick around for more ways to make visuals work for your neurodivergent learner at home.
I’m so glad you’re here! 👋🏼
