Skill-Building Valentine’s Day Activities for Children with Autism

For many autistic children, time doesn’t feel linear. Minutes can vanish when they’re focused on a favorite activity or drag endlessly during something less preferred. Without clear cues, transitions between tasks can feel sudden and overwhelming, often leading to frustration, shutdowns, or meltdowns. This isn't just about being “late” or “distracted.” It’s about  time blindness   a real neurological difficulty in sensing how time passes. And it’s something we can support wit