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Conquer the Clutter: How My IEP Cabinet Got a Full On Makeover

You know it as well as I do, keeping organized in a Special Education classroom can be a disaster. Case managing involves keeping IEPs, student work samples, student data, parent communication, and so much more! There is so much paperwork that finding a functional way to keep paperwork is not only a life saver, but a time saver in your classroom. First disclaimer, I have been described as a Type ... Read More about Conquer the Clutter: How My IEP Cabinet Got a Full On Makeover

Tips for Implementing Successful Structured Work Stations

Have I ever told you how much I loved structured work stations? Not only am I teaching students how to become independent workers, but I am also freeing up TIME for myself and my paras to complete 1:1 instruction. Once students are completely independent, I do not need to assign staff to our structured work area. This allows for a person to work with small groups or provide 1:1 ... Read More about Tips for Implementing Successful Structured Work Stations

4 Tips for Building Math Fluency

This year I have been part of our Math PD team and it has really made in impact in my classroom. While my students are still working on many basic skills, I've been able to get some great insight into where we should be going and let me tell you, they're flying! Check out these four simple tips I have used this year to get my students moving with their math skills! I know, this isn't rocket ... Read More about 4 Tips for Building Math Fluency

Visual Schedules in the General Education Classroom {Whole Class Schedules}

You all know how much I like to talk about visuals and evidence based practices and I think it's clear by now that I hold inclusion near and dear to my heart. I'm here today to share some visual schedule tips for the general education classroom. As I sat down to write this post, I realized there are so many visual schedules you can implement in the general education classroom that I'm going to ... Read More about Visual Schedules in the General Education Classroom {Whole Class Schedules}

Quick Tip for Targeting Language Goals Through Art Projects and April Art Plans!

We have a daily art project in our classroom. I use art as a way to practice fine motor and speech goals throughout our day. I have a collaborative relationship with my SLP and OT where we discuss student progress on a regular basis and determine what we need to do next to push students a little further. You can check out how we do this with an activity matrix in this post. And make sure you grab ... Read More about Quick Tip for Targeting Language Goals Through Art Projects and April Art Plans!

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  • Today we are sharing our favorite fall activities and ideas for the classroom. From September morning work, to fine motor scissor skills craft ideas, to fall counting activities, and asking and answering questions activities we have everything you need for fall. Our activities are great for preschool, kindergarten, 1st grade, and special education students. Check out our fall favorites and activities here!
  • Today we are sharing our favorite fall activities and ideas for the classroom. From September morning work, to fine motor scissor skills craft ideas, to fall counting activities, and asking and answering questions activities we have everything you need for fall. Our activities are great for preschool, kindergarten, 1st grade, and special education students. Check out our fall favorites and activities here!
  • Are you looking for some engaging centers to use at the beginning of the year? Check out these back to school fine motor centers! Your students will be able to practice fine motor skills while reviewing literacy and math concepts at the beginning of the school year. Click here to take a closer look at these fine motor centers for the beginning of kindergarten.
  • Today we are sharing our favorite fall activities and ideas for the classroom. From September morning work, to fine motor scissor skills craft ideas, to fall counting activities, and asking and answering questions activities we have everything you need for fall. Our activities are great for preschool, kindergarten, 1st grade, and special education students. Check out our fall favorites and activities here!
  • Are you looking for some engaging centers to use at the beginning of the year? Check out these back to school fine motor centers! Your students will be able to practice fine motor skills while reviewing literacy and math concepts at the beginning of the school year. Click here to take a closer look at these fine motor centers for the beginning of kindergarten.
  • Are you making the most of your activity matrix in your special education classroom? Not even sure where to start when planing for goal mastery in your classroom? Let's delve into its potentials and how it can take your teaching methods to astounding heights!
  • Grab a paper plate and some paper clips for this easy fine motor skip counting activity to help your kids learn to skip count by fives.
  • Teaching and generalizing adaptive skills in the special education classroom can be fun! These 20 activities are a great way to reinforce skills like food, money, body parts, telling time and clothing but are packed with FUN for kids. These 20 activities come in color and blackline options. They're a great option for distance learning or hybrid teaching. I use these as homework activities in my Autism classroom, too.

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When I'm working in the classroom, I always like to step back and look at the picture and backwards map my plans so that every step we take is intentional.⭐️ I make sure I chunk those goals into smaller parts so we can target skills and build upon them⭐️ I communicate goals clearly with staff, families, and students so the plan is clear to everyone who works with students in our classroom⭐️ I take data and reflect on the chunks of learning we're working onThis is how I practice intentional planning in my classroom. How do you practice being intentional in your classroom? Let me know in the comments! ... See MoreSee Less

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Want to save time and be more productive during the school day?Batch prepping has been a life saver in my classroom. Why make 1 icon when you can make 15 different icons at a time?!Want to know how I organize my classroom so I'm able to batch prep icons? Read more here: bit.ly/47G2QSb ... See MoreSee Less

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Yes, I have a TON of timers in my classroom. Yes, there have been comments about it. I'm not sure if they were compliments but I'm going to take it that way... ... See MoreSee Less

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QUICK TIP: If your students are using a write on visual schedule, use a wet erase marker. It will prevent the check marks from rubbing off the schedule!Want to see more visual schedule options? Check this out: bit.ly/4dSIJmd ... See MoreSee Less

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I love teaching students how to play games. What's your favorite social skill to teach? Use the gif bar to find your favorite gif and add it to the comments! ... See MoreSee Less

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