Making morning routines fun!

This back to school tip aims to tackle many people’s LEAST favorite topic – mornings! For many parents and children, with and without special needs, getting up and going in the morning can be a challenge. Here are five parent-tested apps you can use to kick-start your back to school morning routine, improve organization, and increase your child’s overall independence.

Nighty Night a Bedtime Story

By Fox and Sheep GmbH

Getting started in the morning is a lot easier when you get the amount of rest needed! This night routine book helps you and your child get to sleep on time so you can get up in the morning.

Price: iOS – $3.99 Offers In-App purchases | Android – FREE Offers In-App purchases

Available for: iOS

Available for Android

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Gentle Wakeup – Sleep, Alarm Clock & Sunrise

by Dr. Alexander Rieger

This app uses “sunrise stimulation” to help you wake gradually and ease into your morning routine. You can also incorporate soothing sounds such as rain or birds.

Price: FREE

Available for Amazon

Available for Android

iTouchiLearn Life Skills: Morning Routines for Preschool Kids

by Staytoooned

A wonderful tool for children who struggle with their morning routine. This is a great app to increase student independence. The app is sequential helping students who need a routine and have difficulty transitioning.

Price: iOS – Free Offers In-App purchases | Amazon $0.99

Available for iOS

Available for Amazon

Choiceworks

By Bee Visual, LLC

Choiceworks is a customizable app for helping children complete daily routines and tasks, for understanding and controlling feelings and to help improve their patience.

Price: iOS $24.99

Available for iOS

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