You have a lot of great ideas and resources to pull from, but how do you know what to teach each month? If you're not sure how to organize your lessons from month to month, you're not alone. It's something that's rarely taught, but information that every teacher needs. Here are some tips and tricks to make it easier and make sure you teach everything you need to teach. Figuring Out What to Teach Month-by-Month When it comes to deciding what to teach each month, there are a few ... Read More about What to Teach Each Month
Using Digital Grade-Level Activities in the Special Ed Classroom
Saving time planning and teaching is easy when you use digital activities that keep your special ed students engaged. Not all digital activities are created equal and that means you need to know what to look for when selecting ones to use with your students. Two of the most important criteria to look for? They should be grade-level appropriate and they should be engaging. When I found that finding resources that covered both criteria was difficult, I decided to create grade-level ... Read More about Using Digital Grade-Level Activities in the Special Ed Classroom
Amazon Must-Haves for Special Educators
Knowing what supplies are essential and which ones are not can save you a lot of time and money. Check out these Amazon must-haves for special educators! They'll save you time, money, and energy this school year! Must-Have Supplies I love shopping from Amazon for things for my classroom! The prices are competitive and you can't beat that quick shipping! Prime is my BFF. Over the years I've gathered and organized lists of items that are essential in the special ed classroom. From the ... Read More about Amazon Must-Haves for Special Educators
Teaching Life Skills with the All About Me Adapted Work Binder
It's important for our students to understand basic facts about themselves and where they live and go to school. The All About Me Adapted Work Binder helps them master that information so that they can interact safely with the world around them. All About Me: Learning Life Skills When your students are out and about in the world, they need to be able to recall and communicate important information about themselves. Not only is this a life skill, but it is also a matter of ... Read More about Teaching Life Skills with the All About Me Adapted Work Binder
What Your Sub Needs When You’re Out of the Classroom
When you're not going to be in the classroom due to an emergency or illness, it's important to have a clear plan of action for the substitute teacher covering your class. Don't wait until the last minute - or until you're at home sick and need to call out - to create the things your sub needs to have a successful day in the classroom. By having a Substitute Binder with Emergency Plans already in place, you'll be able to rest easy and take care of the things you need to take care of away ... Read More about What Your Sub Needs When You’re Out of the Classroom
Using PreK Adapted Work Binders in the Special Ed Classroom
PreK Adapted Work Binders are a great way to get your prekindergarten students excited about learning in a new way. They can be adapted for your student's ability level and used throughout their progress in the classroom. Learn more about what the PreK Adapted Work Binder is and how it can be used in your classroom to enhance your students' learning! Breaking Down the PreK Adapted Work Binder In order to give you an idea of why the binder would work so well in your special ed ... Read More about Using PreK Adapted Work Binders in the Special Ed Classroom
Things Teachers Wish Parents Would Ask at Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-teacher conferences can give both teachers and parents great insight into how a student is doing. But when parents ask the right questions, they can learn even more about their child and the classroom. Here are five things teachers wish parents would ask at parent-teacher conferences! 5 Things to Ask at Parent-Teacher Conferences Question 1: What Can I Do to Help My Child? Parents are a child's first teacher and understanding how they can help their child at home is ... Read More about Things Teachers Wish Parents Would Ask at Parent-Teacher Conferences
15 Saint Patrick’s Day Children’s Books
Saint Patrick's Day is March 17 and I have collected some books for St. Patrick's Day about clovers, leprechauns, and all things green to read during your holiday celebrations! There are some nonfiction books to use for educating your students on the holiday. There are also some fiction books that will make you laugh, smile, and have a little fun. (THIS POST CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS.) These books are for kindergarten through 3rd-grade, but truly - picture books can be used with any ... Read More about 15 Saint Patrick’s Day Children’s Books
Spring Books for Special Education Classrooms
Spring is the season of new growth and here is my list of Spring books that you can read in your special education classroom. Get ready to watch your students bloom and flourish during this season of the school year. (THIS POST CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS.) There are books about seasons, new spring growth, and so much more! These books are for kindergarten through 3rd-grade, and I have also included fiction and nonfiction titles for use in your classroom. Most would make great ... Read More about Spring Books for Special Education Classrooms
15 Children’s Books to Read in March
March is such a fun month to teach because there are so many fun topics you can talk about with your students, like Spring, the weather, Daylight Savings Time, life cycles, Saint Patrick's Day, Easter. (THIS POST CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS.) Here are some of my favorite books to read in March to welcome spring and enjoy other March holidays. Your students will love reading these books with you! Get ready to celebrate the changing of the seasons and other fun spring topics with this ... Read More about 15 Children’s Books to Read in March
Making the Most of Math Instruction with Math Adapted Work Binders
Teaching math in special education is never an easy task, but Math Adapted Work Binders can make it a lot easier! Learn how to integrate the math binders into your lesson plans and make math instructional time something you and your students both love. Math Adapted Work Binders to the Rescue Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the differentiation needed in your math class? With a classroom full of students who all have different needs and are on different levels it can be truly ... Read More about Making the Most of Math Instruction with Math Adapted Work Binders
Why Using Monthly Lesson Plans Makes Sense
When you're planning out your lessons it can be tempting to go week by week. And, for some things that's the best way to do it. But when you're looking at your lesson plans as a whole, it makes sense and saves time to use monthly lesson plans as an overarching theme for the entire four-week period. If you have never thought about using monthly lesson plans to guide your instruction over the course of the school year, you may want to consider it. Here's how and why you will never go back to ... Read More about Why Using Monthly Lesson Plans Makes Sense
10 Things to Do This Summer to Prep for Next Year
Summer is almost here and that means it's time to...prep for next year! We all know that preparation is key to a successful start of the school year, but what projects give you the most bang for your buck? What type of preparation makes the biggest impact as the year begins? If you're wondering how to make the most of your summer prep time, check out the ideas below! Prep for Next Year with These 10 Projects I am a firm believer in taking time to relax and re-energize, so that ... Read More about 10 Things to Do This Summer to Prep for Next Year
How to Use Connected Cooking in the Classroom
Food is a wonderful way to grab your students' attention and interest them in your lessons. One of the easiest ways to incorporate it? Use connected cooking activities! They are a fun way to tie together different subjects and make sure your students stay invested. What is Connected Cooking? Connected cooking is when you use a book or resource that mentions food, food production, recipes, etc. to develop a hands-on lesson where students have an opportunity to practice ... Read More about How to Use Connected Cooking in the Classroom
Using First Then Boards in the Special Ed Classroom
Understanding a schedule and the order of activities in the special ed classroom is an important skill for students to learn but it's not always easy. Using First Then Boards is a great way to help students master those skills. But what does using First Then Boards entail? How can you create one that makes sense for your students and looks like a natural extension of your classroom? I've taken the guesswork out of it for it! Creating and Using First Then Boards When I first ... Read More about Using First Then Boards in the Special Ed Classroom
15 Books That Celebrate Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and I want to share 15 books that celebrate black history and diversity with you today. (THIS POST CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS.) These children's books focus on the rich history of African American men and women that worked hard for equal rights, and working to change America for the future was their ultimate goal. Some of the individuals are well-known while others may be new to you. Let's take a look! Black Inventors: 15 Inventions that Changed ... Read More about 15 Books That Celebrate Black History Month
Using Stamps in Special Ed to Collect Data
As special ed teachers, we have a lot of responsibilities and tasks to do each day. But what if using stamps in special ed could make teaching and gathering IEP data easier? Here's how it can! 10 Ways to Use Stamps in Special Ed Understanding how and when to use stamps in the special ed classroom or setting can be a game-changer. Here are some of our favorite ways and the stamps that support them. 1. IEP Meeting Information Imagine having a stamp that you could use to indicate ... Read More about Using Stamps in Special Ed to Collect Data
Using IEP Work Bins in the Special Ed Classroom
IEP work bins are different than other task bins as they are designed solely for the purpose of having students work on specific IEP goals. But what do you put in them and how can you make them work in your classroom? Let's break down the what, how, and why to using IEP work bins in the special ed classroom so that your students can get the goal practice they need. What Are IEP Work Bins? IEP work bins focus on a student's individual IEP goals. They are designed with that ... Read More about Using IEP Work Bins in the Special Ed Classroom
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