Interview prep questions for new special education teachers and teachers who are interviewing this year! Download the list!
Scheduling for special education is a DAUNTING task. Just like our kids we THRIVE on schedules (( and pretty much need them to survive)). One tip that I’m going to drive home throughout this post is that we HAVE TO be ok with CHANGE. Why? Because change is completely inevitable. It WILL happen. and […]
Learn to how and why we as teachers pair ourselves with tangible reinforcement. Social reinforcement and pairing help impact student success.
One year of teaching, I had a student who LOVED science experiments… but I found that a lot of the resources out there had TOO many steps and TOO many words for my type of classroom. I created these visual experiments JUST like my visual cooking recipes– simple, concise, and students centered! Here’s a look […]
Scheduling for special education is a DAUNTING task. Just like our kids we THRIVE on schedules (( and pretty much need them to survive)). One tip that I’m going to drive home throughout this post is that we HAVE TO be ok with CHANGE. Why? Because change is completely inevitable. It WILL happen. and […]
Free pizza fractions task box for special education classrooms! Learn how to use task boxes in your classroom.
In special education, and especially self contained, you MUST keep it simple. I usually have similar activities in each color center each day… but I never label my rotation schedule, or explicitly list what activities will happen that day. Why? It’s best to just keep it simple. That way: + you can easily differentiate for […]
Whether you are a new teacher or a veteran, reviewing the foundational laws of our career can be incredibly helpful. Read on to discover.
Community based instruction is a hot topic right now, and so many teachers that I have talked to have told me that their schools do not have field trips. This is a HUGE ISSUE for your students, and YOU can convince administration by planning ahead and advocating for your students! First things first, How did I get my […]
Today, I am talking about how I DESIGN my classroom, before I even get to step into it for the new year! I know what you are thinking, “ALREADY?”… I am the first one to tell you to take the time to RELAX, have FUN with family and friends, and take time to yourself and […]
Are you a special education teacher who gives the DLM assessment? This article will walk you through everything you need to do to prepare!
Toilet training is a big undertaking. Use a toilet training task analysis to make it simple!
One year of teaching, I had a student who LOVED science experiments… but I found that a lot of the resources out there had TOO many steps and TOO many words for my type of classroom. I created these visual experiments JUST like my visual cooking recipes– simple, concise, and students centered! Here’s a look […]
Teaching vocabulary to students with special needs can be challenging. But we must always remember to keep challenging our students- we don’t want them to work on picture to picture matching for 12 years- vocabulary is a great way to take the skill to the next level. Here’s how I teach it. Simple Comprehension is one […]
Special ed teachers collect data for IEPs. Learn how to collect data using daily data sheets in your special education classroom.
One year of teaching, I had a student who LOVED science experiments… but I found that a lot of the resources out there had TOO many steps and TOO many words for my type of classroom. I created these visual experiments JUST like my visual cooking recipes– simple, concise, and students centered! Here’s a look […]
FREE At Home Choice Boards for parents to use during COVID-19 (coronavirus) school closures Included: + 3 choice boards + general activities choice board + Academic choice + Motor/ exercise choice board How to Use Choice Boards: + Have students pick one activity from the board + Decide on a number of activities per day + Stay consistent + Use a bingo daubber when things are selected Need home visuals click here More helpful resources: Free Home Schedule Boards and Pieces Simple Visual Schedules Digital Sentence Comprehension Digital Coin ID FREE hand washing task analysis Reduced price Simple Comprehension March
Free pizza fractions task box for special education classrooms! Learn how to use task boxes in your classroom.
Learn how to set up a community signs task box for free! Download the cards and start your own task box center in special education.
Exploring different types of behavior supports to increase access to reinforcement and in turn, increase positive classroom behavior.
Parent Teacher Conference (PTC) time is approaching! Have you had your PTC yet? Not sure where to start or what that looks like for you?
Kindergarten helps set the foundation for sped students. This post helps discuss 5 essential IEP goals for sped kindergarten students.
Teaching writing in a special education classroom can be challenging. The Daily Writing Journal makes it simple!
Today, I am talking about how I DESIGN my classroom, before I even get to step into it for the new year! I know what you are thinking, “ALREADY?”… I am the first one to tell you to take the time to RELAX, have FUN with family and friends, and take time to yourself and […]
Special ed teachers collect data for IEPs. Learn how to collect data using daily data sheets in your special education classroom.
Special ed teachers collect data for IEPs. Learn how to collect data using daily data sheets in your special education classroom.
Scheduling for special education is a DAUNTING task. Just like our kids we THRIVE on schedules (( and pretty much need them to survive)). One tip that I’m going to drive home throughout this post is that we HAVE TO be ok with CHANGE. Why? Because change is completely inevitable. It WILL happen. and […]
Learn all about the types of student schedules I use in my classroom: first-then, 1-2-3-choice, vertical, and checklist schedules.
Are you dealing with attention seeking behaviors from your special education students? Read to learn how to address these behaviors!
Have ABC data? Unsure what to do with it? Use this post to help you learn how to determine the functions of behavior!
Tips to manage meltdowns in the self-contained classroom. In this blog I share 5 deescalation techniques and physical classroom changes.
Unsure how to take ABC data? This post will explain each step of the three step contingency and how to record data for each step.
Are you a new teacher needing to set up your special education classroom? Here are 5 must haves for a successful special education classroom!
One year of teaching, I had a student who LOVED science experiments… but I found that a lot of the resources out there had TOO many steps and TOO many words for my type of classroom. I created these visual experiments JUST like my visual cooking recipes– simple, concise, and students centered! Here’s a look […]
One year of teaching, I had a student who LOVED science experiments… but I found that a lot of the resources out there had TOO many steps and TOO many words for my type of classroom. I created these visual experiments JUST like my visual cooking recipes– simple, concise, and students centered! Here’s a look […]
This post will give you a peek inside some my classroom workboxes- basically the life line for my academic skill periods! Work baskets help build independence, fine motor, schedule skills, and wait skills, all while working on IEP goals! Utensil Sorting Utensil sorting is a great activity for kids working on sorting by function or […]
Free pizza fractions task box for special education classrooms! Learn how to use task boxes in your classroom.
I have been so excited to bring this to you! About two weeks ago, I got a new job, and have been NONSTOP busy ever since. Creating for my new students, setting up my new classroom and familiarizing myself with my new school has certainly kept me busy- but I am so excited to finally […]
I have been keeping this list since my last app post a few years ago, and it’s definitely time for an update- there are SO many good apps for special education out there right now. I even asked in my Facebook Community (join here!) to expand the list even further. All of these apps are […]
A comprehensive bundle of 9 differentiated Life Skills resources for Special Education Classrooms. Age appropriate clipart makes this resource work for all ages. This is the ONLY Life Skills Bundle you will need! Perfect for a teacher who is just starting in a life skills classroom, find everything here in one organized place. This is a print-only bundle. If you'd like the digital version CLICK HERE. NEED BOTH PRINT + DIGITAL? CLICK HERE! WHAT RESOURCES ARE INCLUDED? Life Skills Centers (Set 1) Life Skills Centers (Set 2) Life Skills Adapted Books (Set 1) Life Skills Adapted Books (Set 2) Life Skills Work Boxes Life Skills Comprehension Life Skills Word Wall Life Skills Real Picture File Folders Life Skills "Which Room?" Adapted Books LIFE SKILLS CENTERS (SET 1) includes: 12 SKILLS - Matching Socks - Setting the Table - Washing Dishes - Folding Facecloths - Brushing Teeth - Washing Hands - Sorting Recycling - Wiping the Table - Vacuuming - Sorting darks and lights - Matching Tupperware - Wrapping Gifts WHAT IS INCLUDED FOR EACH SKILL? - visuals - letter home to family - task analysis - sorting labels - data sheets - certificate of completion LIFE SKILLS CENTERS (SET 2) includes: 11 SKILLS - Folding Pants - Folding Shirt - Laundry - Dustpan - Sweeping - Oven - Stove - Microwave - Dishwasher - Ordering at Restaurant - Grocery Shopping WHAT IS INCLUDED FOR EACH SKILL? - Letter home to family introducing skill - Visuals - Schedule Cards - Task Analysis pictures - Task Analysis List - Sorting Labels - Data Sheets - Certificate of completion LIFE SKILLS ADAPTED BOOKS (SET 1 + 2) includes: + 30 adapted books included + Matching on each page + 4 books include REAL pictures 21 SKILLS: - Brushing My Teeth - Folding Facecloths - Matching Socks - Recycling - Setting the Table - Sorting Laundry - Vacuuming - Wash Table - Washing Dishes - Washing My Hands - Wrapping Gifts - Doing the Laundry - Folding a Shirt - Folding Pants - Grocery Shopping - Ordering Food - Using a Broom - Using a Dust Pan - Using an Oven - Using the Dishwasher - Using the Microwave "WHICH ROOM" ADAPTED BOOKS includes: - Bedroom Adapted Book - Bathroom Adapted Book - Kitchen Adapted Book - Laundry Room Adapted Book - Dining Room Adapted Book - Living Room Adapted Book - Which Room? Adapted Book - Room Sorting Activity LIFE SKILLS LEVELED COMPREHENSION includes: + 130 page unit TOPICS - Kitchen - Bedroom - Bathroom - Dining Room - Laundry Room WHAT IS INCLUDED IN EACH LEVEL? - 3 leveled passages - 3 leveled comprehension sheets for EACH passage LIFE SKILLS REAL PICTURES FILE FOLDERS includes: + 20 FILE FOLDERS TOPICS + Kitchen Tools + Tools + Appliances + First aid + Grocery store + Hygiene + Bathroom + Cleaning Supplies + School Supplies + Restaurant 2 LEVELS: Level 1: picture to picture Level 2: picture to word LIFE SKILLS WORD WALL includes: - 66 words included - letters for board - Life skills heading for display LIFE SKILLS WORK BOXES includes: 6 work boxes & one blank template for you to create your own with things in your classroom, just take pictures and velcro them to the blank boxes! TEACHER REVIEWS: "This resource contained everything needed to run a skill a month center. The material was user friendly. The students found earning the certificates very rewarding." - Apryl "Very helpful resource! Huge time saver and very organized. " - Kristen "As a new teacher I loved using this resource. It really helped me in my classroom." - Suzanne "Thank you for making this curriculum. I can't wait to use this in my classroom. I had a vision of what I wanted to do in my room, but I just didn't have time to sit down and make my centers out for life skills. " Alexxis FIND ME HERE! Facebook Instagram Email Blog
YES! I am going to give you 10 of my favorite IEP goals in this blog post! I LOVE using adapted books in the classroom, and one of the number one questions I get about them is… “what are your IEP goals for them?”…. here’s the answer! The goals I will be sharing below are […]
I’ve gotten a LOT of questions about how to cook with little to no supplies in the classroom so I’ve decided to do a round up of info to give you everything you need to start cooking with your kids and giving them some amazing skills. Cooking in the Classroom targets: + Life Skills + […]
Learn about science curriculum created for self-contained special education classrooms by a real special education teacher!
Fun free craft to work on fine motor skills in your OT room with students with special needs. Read on to get your free download.
One year of teaching, I had a student who LOVED science experiments… but I found that a lot of the resources out there had TOO many steps and TOO many words for my type of classroom. I created these visual experiments JUST like my visual cooking recipes– simple, concise, and students centered! Here’s a look […]
Morning Meeting is an ESSENTIAL part of your day in a self contained classroom. Read on to find out why we do morning meeting, some tips for routine, and how to differentiate on the spot for all learners. Why should you do morning meeting? Morning meeting is essential for self contained classrooms. Why? Because of […]
Are you a special education teacher who is curious about the DLM? This article will give you an overview of the Dynamic Learning Maps!
Are you a new teacher needing to set up your special education classroom? Here are 5 must haves for a successful special education classroom!
I just completed my FIRST DAY at a new school! I loved meeting my new kiddos and am overwhelmed with getting to know ALL of the new names of staff at this HUGE school! So much fun getting to meet new people! My paras were so excited to see the kids SO ENGAGED all day […]
Learn about science curriculum created for self-contained special education classrooms by a real special education teacher!
