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How to Organize Your Self-Contained Classroom for Maximum Independence

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Reducing Back-to-School Behavior Challenges With Predictable Routines

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5 Visual Tools You Need for Your Self-Contained Classroom

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How to Create and Use Book Companions to Meet IEP Goals

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I'm Alyssa Shanahan -- a former Elementary Special Ed & Life Skills teacher. My classroom focus was always to keep things simple, increase communication, and build independence. Simply Special Ed's goal is to help teachers and students reach their full potential in and out of the classroom!

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