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Pre-Vocational Skills for Students with Disabilities – Build Better Life Skills

    In the world of special education, it’s all about preparing students with disabilities to be more independent and learn the essential life skills that will make them successful in life after graduation. To make sure students have post-secondary success, we have to include pre-vocational skill building as part of our daily instruction. For special education teachers, this task is not only one of our responsibilities, but it’s an absolute imperative in properly preparing students. In this post, we’ll cover prevocational skills for special needs students, including the life skills every student in your classroom should learn.

    IEP Strengths and Weaknesses Ideas for IEP Writing via Noodle Nook

    List of Student Strengths and Weaknesses for IEP (FREE PDF)

      Discover the key to effective IEP meetings – understanding your students’ strengths and weaknesses. By identifying their unique abilities, you can tailor your teaching strategies to ignite their academic potential. Dive into our comprehensive list of student strengths and weaknesses for IEP writing and get valuable insights and actionable steps. PLUS there is a free printable PDF too! #TeacherWin

      Classroom Helper Ideas for K12 Teachers via Noodle Nook

      65 Fun and Fantastic Classroom Helper Ideas

        It’s not just about classroom management; it’s about teaching your students valuable life skills in a fun and engaging way. So, get ready to unleash the potential of your classroom with these classroom helper ideas that are sure to make your students shine and your classroom thrive!

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        Why Do Autistic People Like Trains (Special Interests and Autism)

          Have you ever wondered why people with autism spectrum disorder have a strong affinity for trains? As a K-12 teacher, you may have noticed some of your autistic students expressing a keen interest in train-related activities, such as playing with toy trains or reciting train numbers. Trains, with their predictability, technical details, and sensory experiences, are a perfect fit for the intense interests that many autistic individuals have. In this blog post, we’ll explore exactly why do autistic people like trains so much and how you can use this knowledge to better support students with autism in your classroom. So, all aboard!

          Examples of Positive Punishment in the Classroom

          Examples of Positive Punishment in the Classroom

            When it comes to classroom management and behavior modification, experts often discuss using positive reinforcement to encourage good behavior. However, another important aspect that sometimes gets overlooked is positive punishment. Now, before you cringe at the word “punishment,” let’s explore how it can be used as an effective tool to shape behavior in a classroom setting. In this post, we cover some examples of positive punishment in the classroom and better define it too.

            How to Stop Inappropriate Laughter with Autism- A Step by Step Guide

            5 Tips on How to Stop Inappropriate Laughter with Autism

              The sound of a child laughing is like medicine! Right? Well… that may be true, but for a special ed teacher, the sound of a child endlessly laughing is confusing. What’s worse is that for a child with autism, that laughter could be indicative of needs that should be addressed. In other words, that laughter may be an alarm for help that’s needed. In this post, we’ll cover the 5 best tips on how to stop inappropriate laughter with autism in the classroom. Let’s dive in!

              Cerebral Palsy vs Autism - 7 Key Differences for Teachers

              Cerebral Palsy vs Autism: 7 Key Differences Between Them

                Let’s face it… as a special education teacher, you never know what types of students will end up in your classroom. Disabilities and abilities will vary greatly from year to year and student to student. Understanding the differences between them can be the key to providing effective support and creating a positive and inclusive classroom. In this post, we’ll explore the key differences in cerebral palsy vs autism in detail. Then we’ll give you some specific strategies and ideas that will help you better support your students. Let’s dive in and help you to transform your classroom and instruction!

                Fine Motor Skills in Down Syndrome

                7 Ideas on Fine Motor Skills in Children with Down Syndrome

                  As educators working with students who have significant disabilities, we know how essential it is to support their growth in various areas. Fine motor skills are the building blocks of daily activities, self-care skills, and communication, and they play a crucial role in a child’s ability to navigate the world. To do that effectively, we need some creative and effective ways to enhance fine motor skills in the classroom. Let’s dive into some ideas on developing fine motor skills in children with Down syndrome.