First: Math Worksheet, Then: Free Time
“First-Then” strategies are visual supports which can be used in the classroom, to support autistic students. This approach involves presenting a clear sequence of tasks or activities to help students understand what is expected of them. The “First” component indicates the initial task that must be completed, while the “Then” component outlines the subsequent activity or reward that follows once the first task is accomplished. For example, a visual chart might state, “First: Math Worksheet, Then: Free Time.”