Place the student in an area where the rest of the students are not directly in the line of vision of the student. Have students who are perceived as positive role models or who will not easily be drawn into negative behaviors seated closest to the student. Pictures of relaxation techniques can also be displayed for the student to refer too. This area can be used for all students. One can also have a taped message available on a tape recorder to provide a calm verbal countdown.
Flash cards can also be prepared to signal the remaining minutes left.
Calming music has also been known to be effective. We will start on our next activty when time is up for this one. The next activity should be within sight and readily available for the student. When time is up, involve the student with the actual closure by letting the student experience the closure. The same routine should be consistently followed each day.