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Visual Recipes: What They Are & How to Use Them
Here at Especially Education, we’re often asked about visual recipes. So here is our introduction to visual recipes, their benefits, how to use them, and how to create your own. What Are Visual Recipes? A visual recipe is a kid-friendly recipe presented in a format that includes pictures representing all the tools, ingredients, and actions needed for each step. These… Read More
How to Design a Homeschool Schedule
Flexibility is one of the most common reasons people homeschool – I know it was for our family. This is especially true if your child has appointments with medical professionals and therapists during the day. However, creating and implementing a homeschool schedule is important for maintaining structure and consistency in your child’s learning routine. Crafting a homeschool schedule is akin… Read More
5 Types Of Visual Schedules Help Students Succeed
Implementing visual schedules in my classroom was a pivotal moment for us. Humans crave routine. There is a sense of comfort in knowing what to expect next. Visuals, schedules, and checklists can help provide that structure. Even adults benefit from visual schedules. I never embark on a grocery trip without a list. Having the list of items helps me navigate… Read More
Special Education Lesson Plans for the Entire Month of January
Do you struggle to find age-appropriate materials that are at the right academic level and age-appropriate for your self-contained classroom? Is everything you do find either too difficult for your students or styled with images that have a babyish feel? However, most materials that are age-appropriate and often too difficult for our students require hours of adapting. Look no further:… Read More
Task Boxes – What They Are and Why We Love Them
Task boxes are one of the strategies and tools we use to enhance learning for students with diverse needs. If you haven’t used task boxes before, or if you need a refresher, here’s our run down of the who, what, why, where, when, and “WOW!” of these fabulous tools. What are Task Boxes? Task boxes are a fantastic resource for… Read More
How to Make Your Classroom More Inclusive
Creating an inclusive classroom environment is crucial to fostering a positive learning experience for all students. Here are some starter strategies to help you on the road to a more inclusive classroom. Cultivating an Inclusive Classroom One of our fundamental responsibilities as teachers is to create a place where every student feels welcome and supported, no matter where they come… Read More
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