Let's chat about how to tackle behavioral momentum. We're in that time of year where behaviors may be increasing or getting more challenging. The excitement of a new school year has worn off, and we're knee-deep in "work mode". Especially this year, where things look very different than years' past. Here are some examples of situations that have happened many times in my classroom. Do they sound similar to your classroom? Picture this: My student transitions successfully to their work ... continue reading...
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Google Classroom™ for Special Education
Are you using Google Classroom™ to organize your special education classroom? Are you wondering how you could optimize this platform for your students with special needs? If your answer is "yes" to either or both of the above questions, then this blog post is for you! Below I have included some tips and tricks on Google Classroom™ that I use for my Moderate/Severe Special Day Class. One important skill that I focus on in my classroom is building independence in my students. Independence and ... continue reading...
Paraprofessionals and Virtual Learning
Let's talk about paraprofessionals and virtual learning! COVID-19 has really put a cramp in our teaching style - am I right?! So many of us are now teaching from the computer - which is something we were never prepared for. Teaching your students through virtual learning is a challenge within itself and then you remember you have paraprofessionals that are counting on you to guide them through this difficult work task as well. Well, take a deep breath, I'm here to show you how to manage ... continue reading...
Tips for Distance Learning ESY
With the current climate of the country and world, many states and districts will be choosing distance learning for ESY (Extended School Year/ Summer School) education this year. The good news about this? I planned it for you! YES. I planned the entire summer for you. 8 weeks of editable lesson plans, social stories, adapted books, fine motor, basic skills, boom cards, recipes, science experiments, vocabulary, choice boards, schedules, and more... all planned and ready to ... continue reading...
February Resources for Your Special Education Classroom
It's that time of month! Teachers are scrounging pinterest and blogs for some fun ideas for the next holiday! The biggest holiday in February is Valentine's Day- though not a huge holiday topic wise to focus on.... you can still stick to your goals and academics while making things a little more festive with these resources. Read on to find some fun February resources for your classroom! ((This blog post contains affiliate links for your convenience. You don’t pay any more by clicking my link ... continue reading...
3 Ways to Target WH Questions
WH questions are my favorite IEP goal of all time. My students seem to make such good progress with WH questions so I love watching them grow with this goal! Another reason it's my favorite is because it is so easily generalized.... you SEE the progress in all areas. WH questions are a huge life skill! Read on to find out my 3 favorite resources to target WH questions! WH flip cards has been the NUMBER 1 BESTSELLING resource in my TPT store for 5 years! And for very good reason.... the ... continue reading...
How to Bind Using a Rubicoil
I have gotten SO many questions about my binding machine that I am finally giving you all the info in ONE PLACE! I bought my coil binding machine 5 years ago. Why? I was creating my own adapted books and visual pieces for my students and binding them using a comb binder at my school. You know... the one in the back corner of the dungeon like hallway covered in dust with coils that have been sitting there for years. NO ONE used this machine anymore. But I did... because I thought it was my ... continue reading...
Alternatives for Writing in the Special Education Classroom
As a special education teacher, I am ALWAYS searching for alternatives for writing in other subject areas. What do I mean by this? Writing is most often my students LEAST FAVORITE task. It doesn't matter if it's math or science or their favorite thing ever... if it involves writing (or even too much fine motor at all) it can often trigger an immediate shut down. Taking the pressure off of the writing part of a task is a great way to keep students participating, happy, and ... continue reading...
Prepping Students for Christmas
All holidays are HARD. And many of our students need a little extra prep to be successful through the new foods, crowds, smells, and schedule changes. Prepping them using resources they are familiar with is a great way to keep anxiety low. When you expect what's coming next, you're more likely to be successful right?!, same goes for our students. SOCIAL STORIES Using social stories is a great way to do this. You can find social stories online, or you can make your own together as a class as ... continue reading...
Prepping Students for Thanksgiving
Our students thrive on schedules- and they definitely need a heads up when things will be different! I love helping parents and practicing our flexibility by prepping students for thanksgiving all month long (because it really does sneak up on you quick!). (( This post will contain a few affiliate links. You don’t pay any more, but if you purchase from my link I get a small commission. This allows me to try everything out that I recommend to you and keep my blog running smoothly- so ... continue reading...
The First 10 Days of School
If you are anything like me, the first 10 days are a struggle. You have so many new ideas for the new year, so many things you want to implement, and you feel pressure to start on the very first day. Here's my number one tip: DON'T. Just don't. In special education, and more specifically the self contained setting, what our kids really need is STRUCTURE. Of course you have tons of structure planned and you want to follow the schedule from the start in order to best show them what daily ... continue reading...
Center Rotations in Special Education
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 each child + you can change something on the spot that isn't working + you can increase/ decrease staff at each center on the fly + it leaves you the ... continue reading...
How to Host An Autism Acceptance Library
Host an Autism Acceptance Library to bring acceptance and love for all to your school! I am so happy to finally share about something I have been doing for the last 3 years in my classroom. Part of Autism Awareness is our duty to encourage acceptance in our own little bubble. For me, that means spreading the acceptance around my school. The world has changed over the years. In the past, a general education teacher only had general education students. But today, the face of education is changing. ... continue reading...
Balancing Your Daily Schedule
I am so excited to share with you my schedule series! I have been working these first 2 months of school to get my schedule situated and am excited to share so many of the pieces with you! First up! My daily schedule. YES, my kids go to specials and inclusion, and YES my paras each take lunches. But this is the general schedule that my classroom follows each day. Students go to specials with their homerooms, and are pulled for therapies, but it all evens out and they make up things they missed ... continue reading...
ESY Survival Guide
I can't believe it's almost here. With summer right around the corner it is time to start prepping for ESY. Even if you don't teach summer school, your kids still need a setup their summer teacher will understand and materials to keep them engaged! Here are my top tips for ESY! 1.Decide what basic skills you want to work on! ESY is often a shortened day, so you don't have time to continue the regular school schedule, and the kids need a change up anyway. Make a list of things that your ... continue reading...
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