Visual routine
Take out the rubbish
The "Take out the rubbish" routine shows, in 4 steps with pictograms, how to follow this everyday task. It helps a child with autism anticipate each step and build independence, at home or at school. Part of the Caju library.
Made with therapists and families.
Steps in this routine
4 steps- 1
Pick up the trash bag - 2
Tie the trash bag - 3
Take out the trash bag - 4
Put the bag in the bin
Use this routine in Caju
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- Hear each step out loud
- Customise the steps
- Assign it to the child and mark it done
- Print as a PDF
Print this routine (PDF)
You can print this routine as a PDF to put on the wall or take with you, so the child can follow the steps on paper. PDF export is available in Caju.
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How to use it day to day
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Show the routine before you start, so the child knows what comes next.
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Follow one step at a time, at the child's pace, and celebrate each step completed.
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Repeat the routine the same way every time: predictability builds confidence.
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FAQ
What steps does the Take out the rubbish routine have?
Pick up the trash bag, Tie the trash bag, Take out the trash bag, Put the bag in the bin.
What is a visual routine?
It is an everyday task broken into steps with pictures, so a child can follow the sequence by pointing or following along, rather than relying on spoken instructions alone.
Who is this routine for?
For families and professionals supporting children with autism. The adult sets it up and the child follows it, on their own or with light support.
Do I need to pay to use it?
No. Caju is free for families, today and always. Create an account to use the routine, hear the steps and customise it.