We all remember those familiar nursery rhymes from growing up. “Hickory dickory dock. The mouse ran up the clock.” What do you remember the most about them? Their sing-song cadence and fun gestures are what come to my mind. These characteristics and more are why using nursery rhymes to teach early comprehension to students with […]
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As a professional in their field, teachers must refresh their skills and “always be learning” throughout their teaching career. During the summer or their free time, dedicated teachers learn new strategies and skills to teach their students better. Many required professional development meetings and books do not apply to special education teachers, and it is
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The end of year is here, and all you want to do is pack up your classroom and not look back when that last day arrives! When you pack most things away, you still need some things for students to do. Here is my list of easy end-of-year activities that won’t cost much and essentially
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Mother’s Day is a special time to celebrate and show appreciation for all the amazing moms out there. As a teacher, you can help your special education students make thoughtful and heartfelt gifts for their moms. Here are some simple ideas for Mother’s Day gifts that are easy to make in the classroom. Handmade cards
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As a special education teacher, you’re likely familiar with the traditional token board system as a way to reinforce positive behavior. But have you heard of an image reveal token board? This creative twist on the traditional token board not only reinforces positive behavior, but also adds an element of fun and excitement for students.
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The end of the school year is nearing! Everyone is beginning to pack up their classroom and is excited for summer. But… wait! You volunteered to teach ESY this summer. Maybe you need the extra money or maybe your district requires you to teach ESY. Either way, prepping for ESY should be a breeze. Let’s
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As educators, our top priority is creating a safe and positive environment for our students to learn and grow. But when it comes to working with students with challenging behavior, ensuring a safe classroom environment can be an even greater challenge. From tackling challenging behavior to dealing with emergency situations, there are many factors to
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Turn-taking games can be a valuable part of the day for a student with significant disabilities. It is the perfect way to target communication and social skills goals. In addition, turn-taking games are perfect activities to engage with their general education peers. Today I will give you sample goals that can be targeted when playing group
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What is a Token Board? A token board is a visual tool used to encourage positive behavior. It usually consists of a board with a certain number of tokens that lead up to a specific reward. A teacher or parent can use the token board to reward the student after a desired behavior occurs. Token
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Valentine’s Day is my favorite theme in my special education class. Free Valentine’s Day activities make it even better! Something about all the hearts, pink, and kindness makes me feel warm and fuzzy. Every year leading up to Valentine’s Day, I make sure my class engages in acts of kindness, Valentine’s Day theme crafts, and baking!
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