KidCueFirst then board for kids
Use first then boards to make hard transitions easier.
A first then board is the fastest way to reduce transition friction: one required step, one clear next step.
Last updated: June 18, 2026
Quick answer
A first then board helps kids handle hard transitions by showing one required step first and one clear next step after it.
3-step execution
- 1. Choose one hard transition and create one first/then pair.
- 2. Show the board before speaking the instruction.
- 3. Keep the “then” step immediate and predictable.
Scale up to full schedules
Once one first/then transition is stable, extend into a full visual schedule for the full routine chain.
FAQ
What is a first then board?
A first then board shows two steps: first a required task, then a preferred activity. It is a simple transition tool.
When should I use first then instead of a full schedule?
Use first then for short high-friction transitions. Move to full schedules once compliance improves.
Can first then boards help ADHD and autism?
Yes. They reduce language load and make expectations concrete at transition points.
What should I put in the then step?
Use a realistic, immediate next activity that the child values and can access right after first is done.
How do I avoid turning it into negotiation?
Predefine options before the transition and keep wording stable each day.
Build first/then flows in KidCue
Opens in the App Store. Keep the “then” step immediate and predictable.