See the bottom of this article for recommendations on other articles to read. Side Note: In addition to the strategies in this article, there are other methods that are helpful to encourage chore/homework completion and other positive behaviors. Here are three ways to use timers to get your children to complete chores and homework. Timers even help me stay on task when I am working from home. My own experiences over the past 19 years have also consistently shown me how effective timers can be when working with students who have trouble staying on task, completing non-preferred activities, and transitioning away from preferred activities. (Be sure to check the end of the article for types of timers to use with children who may have trouble understanding the countdown on a traditional digital timer). Research and reputable resources consistently indicate the benefits of using timers with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).Īdditionally, a study completed at Apple Tree Learning Center, in 2012, in Washington D.C., concluded that using a timer with a picture schedule, with a preschool student with a developmental delay, significantly increased his time on task during center-based play. What does the research say about using timers with children?
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