Why a visual timer helps
Young children and many people with ADHD or autism find a shrinking colored disk easier to understand than numbers: they can see how much time is left at a glance. Teachers project it during tests, group work and clean-up, and parents use it for screen time and getting ready in the morning. Pick a color for each activity, and use full screen on a classroom display.
Why a visual timer helps
Numbers are abstract, especially for young children. A disk that gets smaller shows "how much time is left" at a glance. Many teachers, parents and people with ADHD use visual timers for transitions, tidy-up time, homework blocks and screen-time limits.
Ideas
- Classroom: 5 minutes to clean up, 15 minutes of quiet reading.
- Home: tooth brushing, getting dressed, screen time.
- Work: time-box a task so it feels finite.
Use full screen on a projector or tablet so the whole room can see it.
FAQ
Can I use it on a classroom screen?
Yes. Press Full screen and the disk fills the display. Use the embed code on this page to put it in slides or a class website.
How long can it run?
Any preset up to 60 minutes. The disk shows a full hour as a full circle.
Can I change the color?
Yes: red, blue, green, orange or purple.