The evidence base
Meta-analyses from the National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorder (NPDC) rank Video Modelling as an Established Evidence-Based Practice. It works because it delivers a predictable, rewatchable model without the social pressure of a real-time demonstration.
How to use these clips
(1) Watch the clip with your child once, no pressure. (2) Watch again and pause after each step. (3) Try the skill immediately after — even one step counts. (4) Rewatch on the same day. Repetition is the point.
10 curated clips
Handwashing: NHS Handwash video (2 min). Toothbrushing: Colgate Kids two-minute song. Haircuts: Autism Little Learners "Getting a Haircut" social story video. Dentist visit: NHS Dental "First Visit" clip. Queueing at a shop: Milestones Autism Resources queueing model. Waiting for a turn: Sesame Street "In the Waiting Room" (Julia). Shoelaces: Ian's Shoelace Site "bunny ears" (any short YouTube walkthrough). Blowing nose: Autism Little Learners "Blowing Nose". Getting dressed (buttons/zips): Kids OT Help "morning routine" clip. Doctor's appointment: Sesame Street "Julia Visits the Doctor".
A note on TikTok
TikTok and short-form video have made video modelling wildly accessible — but the pace and cuts often undermine the "one step at a time" principle. Prefer clips that show a single skill, in full, without editing.
How NeuroKids helps
The Kids Mode "Watch and try" module bundles selected NPDC-aligned videos with an in-app "did you try it?" tick so parents can track which skills their child has practised. Free tier: 3 skills; premium: full 30-skill library.