Routines are critical for developing calm and confident kiddos, and their grown-ups benefit, too! As a middle school teacher, I prioritized daily routines to promote independence and autonomy with adolescents. Now, as the parent of a toddler, I see how important these same qualities are for our little ones. All ages and types of kids (and adults!) benefit from visual routines, but these are especially designed to support toddlers at home, kids in early childhood classrooms/childcare centers