Differentiate Math Stations
Are you finding it hard to differentiate for all your students in a multi-level special education class, Autism unit, or self-contained room? Been there. Here… Read More »Differentiate Math Stations
Academics
Why Write Behavior Plans
Wondering why you’re being asked to write behavior goals for students with no negative behaviors? Grab your IEPs, put your BIP hat on, and get… Read More »Why Write Behavior Plans
Easy Easter Egg Centers
Fun and Easy Easter Egg Centers Okay, who doesn’t love centers you can make with the tons of cheap Easter eggs you can gobble up… Read More »Easy Easter Egg Centers
Teaching Students with an Intellectual Disability
Teaching Students with an Intellectual Disability If you teach in a mixed ability self contained classroom, you will have at least one or two students… Read More »Teaching Students with an Intellectual Disability
Free Printable Reading Centers
When it comes to setting up centers, it can be really hard to get going ‘cause you may feel like you just don’t have enough activities to make it all work. Here you will find a few print and go activities that can get you started!
Phonics or Sight Words- Teaching Reading to Students with Autism
Teaching Reading to Students with Autism Teaching kids with Autism to read. It seems to counter-intuitive to write that sentence… it implies that you teach… Read More »Phonics or Sight Words- Teaching Reading to Students with Autism
No Prep Task Boxes
Okay, I like to make task boxes. A lot. Every time I am in the Dollar Tree, I think I make another one. I like… Read More »No Prep Task Boxes
Helping Students Overcome Holiday in Autism Units
You’ve worked on good routines and procedures for weeks now… and in the blink of Holiday Vacation, all your hard work will be undone. Here… Read More »Helping Students Overcome Holiday in Autism Units
Morning Routines in Autism Classrooms
Morning Routines We all have routines. I definitely have one. Before I even get into the classroom, I have a routine of things I do… Read More »Morning Routines in Autism Classrooms
Parent Engagement in Autism Units
Parent Engagement in Autism Units
As teachers in self contained classes or Autism Units, we are tasked with being care takes, educators, advocates, surrogates, and darn near family for each student we work with. Sometimes we can start to forget that fostering a friendly relationship with parents is also part of the job. Parent engagement in Autism units is important. So how can you do those little things that help parents feel involved, help you grow a stronger relationship, and provide moms and dads with a full experience as the parent of a school-aged kid.
