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'The Fun Timer has been designed specifically for kids who have little sense of time or weak time management skills. Place an image or word at the center of the timer reflecting the reward or fun to be experienced after their chore or task. When they get off task or start goofing around, just start the timer and the kids will see concretely that their fun time will disappear if they don't get back to business. The adult controls all the features to be able to use the timer at each child's developmental and cognitive levels. It's a FUN way to teach kids not to waste time! Features: ● Words, drawings, or imported images can be placed in the center of the timer to create relevance for each child or group. ● Customizable for speed and sound. ● Encouraging face pops up when kids achieve their goal. ● Congratulatory words and sounds can be recorded to suite your child's need or interest. ● Music is recorded at 1 beat per second and can be turned on or off.'

According to Autism Speaks, "The Fun Timer app was designed specifically for kids who have little sense of time.  A rewarding image or word is placed in the center of the timer such as the playground, a video, or legos reflecting the fun to occur at the end of the expected task.  When kids start goofing around and wasting time, they will see concretely how their fun time disappears.  The goal is not to lose the reward but to show kids how they can retain it when they get back to task.  When the timer is stopped, a motivating visual appears congratulating the kids, adding to the feeling of success."

This app costs $0.99

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