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Implementing an Effective Independent Work Station

Implementing an Effective Independent Work Station

August 3, 2017

My first year in the self-contained classroom I was overwhelmed and understaffed (okay, so that’s EVERY year, but especially year one.) To make the most of our time, I began incorporating an independent work station. While stressful at first, I quickly learned that an efficient interdependent work station can change the entire way your classroom runs. Here are a few… Read More

Filed Under: Organization 8 Comments

Editable Task Box Labels

Editable Task Box Labels

May 23, 2017

I have had a few people ask me about editable labels for task boxes, so I have decided to upload the template. Because whether you are counting leprechauns and shamrocks in June or looking to incorporate new materials in your Iris photo boxes, these 4×6″ templates have many uses. Click here to grab the template! Fonts used are KG Blank… Read More

Filed Under: Organization, Task Boxes 7 Comments

Cheap Sensory Hacks for the Teacher on a Budget

Cheap Sensory Hacks for the Teacher on a Budget

May 10, 2017

If you’re like me, you’re always on the lookout for a good classroom deal. I’ve never left a Target Dollar Section empty handed and I’m a regular at nearly every Dollar Tree within a 50 mile radius. Before you proceed, you must know: I love rainbow. I mean, I am a ROYGBIV-4-life kind of gal. It’s apparent in my TPT… Read More

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Instilling Independence in the Classroom

Instilling Independence in the Classroom

April 13, 2017

1. Start Small Last year I had one of the most amazing paraprofessionals I had ever met. Mrs. B was kind, exuberant, and radiated joy. As a grandmother to 3 toddlers, she often brought these “grandma tendencies” into the classroom. This woman could wipe a nose with one hand and zip up backpacks with the other. She was nothing short… Read More

Filed Under: In the Classroom 14 Comments

Hands on Social Skills

Hands on Social Skills

April 4, 2017

Thank you to everyone who attended the webinar tonight! What a great experience! Below are the links to everything mentioned in my video! Access Hands-On Social Skills slides here. Social Skills Flipbook Freebie Here are the links to products listed in my social skills webinar: Character Education Curriculum by Haley O’Connor Behavior Basics by Melissa Finch at Autism Adventures Visual… Read More

Filed Under: Behavior Management 1 Comment

Snowmen at Night (Especially Education)

Snowmen at Night (Especially Education)

November 15, 2016

While I am a big lover of Christmas and all things Santa, I wanted to keep my December read aloud on the holiday neutral side. I am so happy I stumbled upon “Snowmen at Night”! Both the clever illustrations and silly, rhyming story line kept the students laughing throughout the entire book. What better way to introduce a snowman story… Read More

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