Looking for a good end of the year activity as the school year comes to a close? The end of the year can get to be quite challenging in a special education setting. While many other classes are having parties and cookouts, we struggle to maintain some sense of normalcy because we know, without it, ... VIEW POST
How to teach new vocabulary in a special education classroom
When you start a new unit, one of the biggest problems is how to teach the new vocabulary. Very often, our middle and high school students do not have the core vocabulary needed to understand more complex topics. This can make teaching standard curriculum content seem like an impossible task. But, ... VIEW POST
Social media safety for teens in a special education setting
Social media safety for teens is a tough subject. Finding materials for teaching social media are hard to come by. There are even fewer (if any) for students who have any kind of disability. But, there is a lot we can do at home and in the classroom when it comes to teaching social media to our ... VIEW POST
How to get kids exercising in school
We all know how important exercise is for good health. But, if you have an intellectual disability, that may be less obvious to you. Nevertheless, we want to ensure exercising in school is happening with all of our students, even those with some of the most significant challenges. How do we ... VIEW POST
Why consistency is key in a special education classroom
When you are just starting out and have your very own classroom for the first time, consistency can be the key to your success and sanity. There is so much to learn, and so much to implement. But, if you can choose that one thing you know you want to be part of your routine every single day, you are ... VIEW POST
5 great activities for read alouds in a special education classroom
Read alouds are a popular part of most elementary classrooms. In a special education setting, however, our activities for read alouds often need more structure and visual support. The key is to find a few activities that work well for your students and then incorporate them again and again during ... VIEW POST
Best strategies for behavior management: a roundup of 10 posts and helpful downloads
There are so many strategies for behavior management out there. Most are fairly effective when implemented correctly. But, who has the time to search through all the noise to find one that will work and give you the tools you need for free? I have put together a collection of 10 of my best blog ... VIEW POST
