Transition Menu – Gentle Support for Moving Between Moments
Transition Menu – Gentle Support for Transitions
A soft way for children to move from one activity to another at their own pace.
The Transition Menu offers a calm, visual way for children to notice what would help a shift feel easier.
It supports predictability, emotional safety, and autonomy — especially when transitions feel sudden, overwhelming, or hard to manage.
Each icon represents a type of transition support, using simple shapes and gentle metaphors instead of faces or emotions.
What would help this transition feel easier?
Tap an icon to choose the kind of shift that feels right.
I want a heads‑up
I want to
finish this bit
I want to
look first
I want help switching
I want a
slow change
It’s okay to choose just one — or none at all.
Your body is allowed to move at the pace that feels safe for you.
FAQ: Transition Menu
For grown‑ups: How do I support my child as they move between activities?
This menu is a gentle way for children to communicate what would help a transition feel manageable.
You don’t need to interpret or analyse their choice — simply notice it with them.
You can offer the type of support they’ve selected, or sit alongside them while they explore.
Follow their pace, keep it light, and let the menu be a quiet invitation rather than a task.
What is this tool for?
The Transition Menu helps children notice and communicate what they need when moving from one activity to another.
It’s especially helpful for children who benefit from visual cues, predictable structure, and emotionally safe language.
How do we use it?
Explore the icons together, at the child’s pace.
They can tap the one that feels familiar — or simply look and think.
There’s no right or wrong way to use the menu.
Does my child need to choose something?
No.
Children can choose one, many, or none.
The menu supports autonomy and gentle noticing — not accuracy or performance.
What if my child doesn’t recognise any options?
That’s completely okay.
This tool is an invitation, not a requirement.
You can revisit it later or use it as a quiet prompt.
Can I change the language?
Yes.
Feel free to rephrase the categories in ways that feel familiar, comforting, or more accessible for your child.
Can this tool help with emotional regulation?
Yes.
Many children feel more grounded when transitions are predictable and when they can express what they need.
This awareness can support self‑regulation, confidence, and clearer communication.