Classroom Reward Ideas (That Won’t Cost You Money)
Explore some fantastic classroom reward ideas that won’t cost you a penny. Student rewards for teachers on a budget #TeacherLife #Positive Force
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Autism Stubborn Behavior (How to Escape the Battle of Wills)
Is your student displaying stubborn behavior? Check out our teacher tips and strategies to handle it effectively!
Best Stim Toys for Autism (Kids with Sensory Needs)
If you work with children with sensory issues or a sensory processing disorder, you may be looking for the best way to meet their stim needs. We have tons of ideas on how to integrate fun toys into your sensory rooms, classroom, or even at home for those of you living with fidgety children or kids with ASD. Before we dive into the best stim toys for autism, let’s get some core information out there first.
Ultimate Guide to Haircuts for Kids with Autism
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), haircuts can be overwhelming due to their sensory processing issues. The sound of clippers or a blow dryer, the sensation of hair falling on their skin, the feeling of hands on them, or even the chair moving can be too much to handle. Good news is with some preparation and understanding, getting a hair cut for autistic child can be a more comfortable experience. In this post, we’ll be sharing our ultimate guide to haircuts for kids with autism, packed with tips and tricks to help you easily navigate this process.
How to Write an IEP Goal – 4 Essential Elements
When it comes to how to write an IEP goal that’s great, there are several essential elements. Those include the timeframe, the condition, and…
Severe Nonverbal Autism
Teaching kids with autism may mean working with nonverbal students. Here are 9 strategies for effectively working with students with severe nonverbal autism.
5 BEST Math Differentiation Strategies (for Special Ed)
Teaching math can feel like trying to solve a Rubik’s cube blindfolded and with one hand tied behind your back. But don’t worry, we’ve got you! In this post, we’re going to share some of the best math differentiation strategies that will have your special education students understanding math like a boss. So grab a cup of coffee (or wine, no judgment here) and get ready to take your special education instruction to the next level with these 5 best math differentiation strategies plus tons of bonus tips!
IEP Transition Goals – Bank
Are you tired of reinventing the wheel every time you sit down to write transition IEP goals for the young adults on your caseload? No worries, We got you covered with these IEP transition goals and bank! Bookmark this article so that you have easy access to transition planning ideas and postsecondary goals. This is a wealth of information for any IEP team member who is writing annual goals for high school students that focus on preparing for life after graduation!
Reading Comprehension IEP Goals
Reading comprehension is a crucial skill for students to master, regardless of their ability level. For students with significant disabilities, however, this can be particularly challenging. As a teacher, it’s essential to set meaningful, achievable, and measurable IEP goals to help special education students develop their reading comprehension skills. In this blog post, we’ll discuss strategies for creating practical reading comprehension IEP goals that target the special needs of students with special education services.
Written Expression IEP Goals: Writing Goals in Special Ed
Reading is an essential skill. Where we often drop the ball as a special education teacher is focusing as much time and effort on writing IEP goals. When a child struggles with reading, they often struggle with written expression. An important first step in focusing in on the specific skills associated with reading is to write companion written expression IEP goals.