Life Skills

Check out our resources for handwashing, toothbrushing, dressing, potty training, bedtime routines and more!

Is my Child Ready for Potty Training?

As a parent, you ask yourself, “is my child ready for potty training? I don’t want to start too soon or too late! How do I know if he/she is ready? How long will it take? What if my child never asks to go potty? Will he/she ever learn?”  

Guide to Potty Training

Help explain how to use the potty to your child! Check out these step-by-step guides to potty training from Autism Speaks.

Going Potty and Wiping After Going Potty Social Stories

Use these step-by-step social stories to acclimate your child to the process of using the toilet before starting potty training.

Build Potty Training Skills

With these guides, we can help your child build potty training skills.

Brushing Teeth Social Story and Parent Handout

Use this step-by-step social story to acclimate your child to the process of brushing their teeth before starting. Our handout will give some additional tips and tricks for you to try with your child.

Step-by-Step Guide to Teeth Brushing

Use this example of a task analysis for ‘brushing teeth’ to break down the specific task into its own checklist. Doing this can make sure the task is completed correctly and efficiently.

Washing Hands Social Story and Visual Schedule

Use this step-by-step social story and visual to acclimate your child to the process of washing their own hands.

Build Handwashing Skills

This home program is to help your child learn how to wash hands independently.

Building Hygiene Skills

This home program is designed to help your child with brushing/combing their hair.