Make Your Own Snack: Visual Executive Function Checklist & Step-by-Step Cards

Make Your Own Snack
Getting a snack isn’t always as simple as grabbing food.

For many children, snack time involves planning, sequencing, remembering steps, organizing materials, cleaning up, and completing a task from start to finish. These executive functioning demands can make even simple daily routines feel overwhelming.

This visual support set breaks snack time into clear, manageable steps that children can follow independently or with support.

The included visual checklist provides an easy-to-reference guide that can be displayed in the kitchen, pantry, classroom, therapy space, or anywhere snacks are prepared.

The included step-by-step cards can be printed, laminated, and placed on a binder ring for portable visual support. The cards can be used to teach routines, support sequencing skills, encourage independence, or provide reminders when needed.

Designed with simple visuals and clear language, these supports help reduce cognitive load by focusing on one step at a time.

Included:
✓ 1 Full-Page Visual Snack Checklist
✓ 8 Step-by-Step Visual Cards
✓ Printable PDF Format

Skills Supported

• Executive Functioning
• Sequencing
• Working Memory
• Task Completion
• Organization
• Independent Living Skills
• Visual Processing
• Daily Living Routines
  
  Great For
• Autism
• ADHD
• Executive Function Challenges
• Special Education
• Occupational Therapy
• Homeschooling
• Life Skills Programs
• Classroom Independence Supports
• Home Use
  
  Snack Steps Included
  1. Choose Snack
  2. Get Plate or Bowl
  3. Put Snack on Plate
  4. Get a Drink
  5. Eat Snack
  6. Throw Away Wrappers
  7. Put Dish in Sink
  8. Snack Time Complete!
  
  Please Note
  Every child develops independence differently. These visual supports are designed to reduce overwhelm, build familiarity with routines, and provide clear visual guidance when needed.