Classroom Books: 9 Ways to Get Children’s Books for Free or Cheap!
When you read a lot of books…. or when you are using many different read-alouds in the classroom to teach… the price can REALLY add
When you read a lot of books…. or when you are using many different read-alouds in the classroom to teach… the price can REALLY add
It’s summertime and it’s time to share travel tips for families. There are tons of places that are perfect for families to visit and get
It’s interesting to me how teacher interview questions for special education can be different from regular education job interviews. Let’s be honest though, the jobs
If you teach reading with comprehension you are helping students for the rest of their lives. From understanding simple stories to reading instructional manuals and
It can be hard to find summer activities for kids. I know that it can be full of questions for families. Especially for families of
As the end of the school year comes closer, it is easy to forget that we can help our students, families, and ourselves in the future. It is overwhelming with all the end of the school year activities and celebrations to think about things for […]
Ever wonder how to utilize your teach contract hours? Special education teachers are some of the only teachers that have to teach all subject areas. We have so many different levels of learners in our classrooms. And we have to create lessons, materials, and collect […]
Let’s start this off very bluntly because I do think there are things you should know about Autism. I am not a medical doctor, nor a behavioral analyst. I am a certified special education teacher with 10 years of experience working with individuals with autism. […]
Yes, you heard right, I said free adapted books for special education! I also feel like these could be great to use in an early
We have all probably heard it’s important to help in decision-making for children. Giving a child the opportunity to make decisions or choices early on
Holidays are always a time to have fun in the classroom and Valentine’s Day is no exception! With their minds focused on all things hearts,
Research shows that many people are visual learners and can benefit from a visual schedule in special education. We prefer advertisements with pictures instead of
I am a big believer that the students in my classroom need to learn as many life skills as they can while at school. They
I have always loved using adapted books for kids in my classroom that can motivate students to learn. It’s best to create a learning environment that is fun and engaging for our students. They are more willing to follow through with the task that we […]
Are you looking for a hands-on way to help your students master the letters of the alphabet with pictures without them losing interest halfway through? Teaching the alphabet can sometimes feel repetitive, especially when your students are only given flashcards or worksheets. When you bring […]
Featured guest blogger: Michelle Hays, a special education teacher who loves teaching life skills for kids, and can be found on her website Hey Mrs. Hays. My job as an early childhood special education teacher is to understand parents’ hopes and visions for their special needs […]