Fall Autumn Task Box Activities
Fall (or Autumn) is a wonderful time of year. I love the leaves tumbling down, the crunch of apples and pumpkin soup! And what about those colours? Even if you are in the Southern Hemisphere apples and pumpkins are still plentiful. Would you like some great activities for Special Ed or Preschool/Kindergarten to go with this theme? Read on to…
Bookmarks – For all Readers
Bookmarks in our class are used to encourage students to read books, to support the staff when reading with kids, and to support parents when reading at home. Ready to find out more? Read on and download a copy for your students. Why use bookmarks? Ok, I know kids love viewing stories and reading stories on iPads and computers. However,…
Taking Turns Visual Strip
Taking turns can sometimes present a challenge in pre-school and kindergarten classes. For many students in Special Education classrooms; waiting, taking turns and finishing a preferred toy or activity when asked, is a challenge. I have a resource that will help. Read on for how I use the taking turns visual strip and then download a free copy for yourself.…
Alphabet Uppercase Dot and Color
Alphabet dot and color is a fun activity that I am sure your students will love. After all that’s what we all want, happy, engaged learners. You can read how I incorporate the activity, then download a copy for yourself. What is it about dotting? I am not sure why the kids love to dot so much. But, love it…
Everyone Has Rules
Rules in the Special Ed classroom are equally as important as in any regular setting. Do you use rules? Perhaps your not sure what to use or how to use them? Would you like to see how I incorporate them? Read on to find out and download a FREEBIE of my poster. I don’t use rules because … Some teachers…
Non-Fiction Books Shared Reading for Emergent Learners
Non-fiction books can be very engaging for kids in special education but how do we move from ‘all about me’ and their focused interest areas? What non-fiction texts would grab the attention of our learners and hold it, during group time? Read on for some great ideas shared from the fabulous Jodie Rodriguez. Growing Book by Book Jodie Rodriguez from…
Alphabet Shapes
Alphabet shapes is a fun, hands on product for all emergent literacy learners. Great for Special Education, Preschool, Pre K and Kindi kids. Be back to school ready for learning alphabet and beginning phonics. Ready to find out more? Let’s take a peek. Pattern Block Shapes and Alphabet What could be more fun than learning the alphabet and manipulating pattern…
Reluctant Eaters? From Yuck to Yum
Cooking with reluctant eaters can and should be a fun and educational learning experience. Many of my students have very restrictive diets and this can present a challenge. Sound familiar? I have a free resource and ideas that may help. Planning to Support your Reluctant Eaters The first thing I do is consult with parents to get an idea of…
Reluctant Shared Storybook Reading by A.A.C Users.
Shared storybook reading is not a favourite time for some of my students. Do you have similar issues with any of your students? Particularly those who are A.A.C. users? Read on for information gained from a wonderful webinar. There will be a link for you to access it yourself and gain an hour of C.E.U. (P.D.) to boot! A.A.C. In…
Pre-writing Patterns Dog’s Colorful Food
I have a wonderful activity to teach pre-writing patterns for you. Why do you need it? It’s fun, differentiated and suitable for special education, pre-school and kindi. Great to teach core vocabulary too. Want a freebie taste of the product. Read on to find out more. What’s it all about? A great product to support you when teaching either pre-writing…
