Adapted high-quality curriculum to help special education students succeed in the classroom
Teaching special education is very much a case of trial and error. Some strategies are successful in some classrooms but are a complete bust in others. Here are a few life-changing, time-saving hacks I’ve learned over the last few years. 1. Post-It Notes These are probably the most commonly used office supply in my classroom. Sure, I use them for… Read More
In today’s busy and ever-changing classroom, it’s essential to find effective ways to enhance learning and organization in the classroom. One powerful option is the use of visual schedules. These simple yet impactful tools provide students with a visual representation of their daily activities, helping them stay focused, organized, and engaged. From preschool to high school, visual schedules are an… Read More
Are you looking to start your school year off with effective parent communication like I always am? The role and participation of parents in the life of their early childhood education student at home is crucial and precious. Empowering a family with back-to-school resources to collaborate with their special education teacher is invaluable. Prepare for a Successful School Year. So,… Read More
We get a lot of questions about the levels of our Made For Me Literacy bundles. When we originally started back in 2018, we had no idea MFML would grow and evolve into what it is today: a curriculum with multiple bundles spanning various levels and containing thousands of cross-curricular, hands-on activities that teach reading for elementary students. For our… Read More
Face masks in school. Hybrid schedules. Covid tests for littles. These are just some of the phrases that have brought other parents and me some serious stress these last few years. ESPECIALLY when preparing for this current school year. Last year brought lots of anxiety, quarantines, and social distancing, and I knew coming into this Pre-Kindergarten year for my little… Read More
I’ve struggled with this blog post for weeks. I go in every few days to revise. But the edits never feel “just right.” I’m not one to post about political subjects. I know I have followers on all ends of the political spectrum, and I want to be respectful to everyone. The intention behind this blog post is not to… Read More