What is 1-2-3 Picture Schedule? A 1-2-3 Picture Schedule is an adaptive tool that uses real-life pictures, symbols, and/or words to display routines or tasks in chronological order, making abstract time concrete. This schedule increases predictability, eases transitions, and boosts independence through a sequence of 3 that feels good to the brain. Why is it important? Visual schedules provide scaffolding for an individual or group when establishing routines and facilitating smoother transitions