Why do you use symbols not photos? Don't photos work better?

Using symbols instead of photos means the concept is generalised. A photo of Mom's car means going in Mom's car. Not Dad's, not Grandma's, not the babysitter's. And what happens if Mom gets a new car? A car symbol ensures consistency.

What makes your visual supports much more durable?

Our visual are made from non-toxic plastic. The images are printed directly onto the plastic, so they can't split like laminated card, & are waterproof. They won't rip or crease like cardstock, yet they are lightweight and semi-flexible for safety.

What size are the board and symbols? Why are they this size?

The board is A4 & the symbols are 4.5cm. An A4 board is great to either display or to carry around with you, and easily fits into most school bags. After much testing, the symbols are perfect for young hands to hold, yet large enough to easily see.

How many symbols come with the board?

The board comes with 32 common activity symbols, chosen in consultation with our customers. Because it uses hook and loop fasteners though, it is compatible with your existing PECs symbol library.

Can this be customised?

Unfortunately not, because the plastic printing process means symbols need to be mass produced. However, it comes with 32 pre-printed symbols that have been chosen in consultation with our customers, and symbol expansion packs are available.

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🗓️ Master your day, one symbol at a time!

EXPERT BACKED DESIGN - Trusted PCS symbols used worldwide for 30+ years, familiar and effective for ASD/ADHD support.
BUILT TO LAST IN REAL LIFE - Premium plastic board resists water, tears, and wear—ideal for busy households.
BOOSTS INDEPENDENCE CONFIDENCE - Empowers kids to manage routines, reducing anxiety and building essential life skills.
INCLUSIVE READY OUT OF THE BOX - Comes with 32 easy-grip symbols and hook & loop fasteners—no assembly, just start scheduling.
STREAMLINED FOCUS ZERO OVERWHELM - Only 3 clear symbols guide Now, Next, Later activities for calm, confident transitions.

The Visual Now, Next, Later Board is a durable, A4-sized scheduling tool featuring 32 expert-designed Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) to support children with autism, ADHD, and other communication challenges. Waterproof and easy to clean, it promotes routine, reduces anxiety, and builds confidence by visually breaking down daily activities into manageable steps. Compatible with PECS and Boardmaker PCS, this manual, no-assembly-required board is a trusted aid used globally for over 30 years.

Specifications

ASIN	B00JNQ96KC
Age Range Description	Not suitable for children under 36 months due to choking hazard from small parts
Best Sellers Rank	#29,435 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #302 in Early Childhood Education Materials
Brand Name	Autism Supplies and Developments
Color	Yellow
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,101)
Educational Objective	Promote structure, routine and predictability in daily activities for people with autism, facilitating transition management and reducing associated stress.
Included Components	32 common activity 4.5cm symbols, A4 plastic Now Next Later Board, hook and loop fasteners for all included symbols
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	26.7 x 17.8 x 0.8 centimeters
Item Type Name	Plastic Visual Now Next Later Board (English)
Item Weight	91 g
Manufacturer	Autism Supplies & Developments
Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS)	999.0
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	36.0
Manufacturer Part Number	PM-TSPX-49GO
Material Type	Plastic Hook & Loop
Model Number	EN_NNL
Number of Players	1
Operation Mode	Manual
Power Source	manual
Size	A4
Sub Brand	Chore Chart
Subject Character	Autism
Supported Battery Types	No batteries required
Theme	Space
UPC	820103684682
Unit Count	1.0 Count

Reviews

M**N

Matériel super pratique et versatile. Mon fils a tout de suite aimé le concept et a eu du plaisir à l'utiliser. Certaines images gagneraient à être actualisées, par exemple l'ordinateur et la télévision qui font vraiment '90. Aussi les mots sont traduits en français de France plutôt qu'en français québécois, donc on a goûter plutôt que collation, déjeuner et dîner mais pas souper.

13.11.2025

C**A

Bon tableau de routine

21.12.2025

T**Y

Sehr praktisch für kinder mit Autismus

21.03.2026

K**N

The product is as the picture provided

19.11.2020

N**S

Material durable

24.09.2024

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