A middle school level special education lesson that challenges students to analyze the military and ethical reasoning behind the use of atomic weapons. Features comparative analysis of invasion vs. bombing and explores the long-term impact on global politics.

A highly scaffolded lesson for Tier 3 special education students exploring the end of WWII, the Manhattan Project, and the complex decision to use atomic weapons on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Students use visual timelines, vocabulary cards, and structured sentence starters to analyze the ethical implications and historical impact of these events.

A collection of instructional goals and monitoring tools designed to support a 6th-grade student with dyslexia in mastering complex reading inferences, specifically cause-effect and character motivations.

This lesson introduces the core concept of making inferences by identifying different types of 'clues' in a text. Students will learn the inference formula and apply it to short, decodable passages to build confidence and accuracy.

A set of accessible science materials designed for MCAS Alt evidence, focusing on distinguishing between living and non-living things through observation and sorting.

Students create a 'Superpower Passport'—a personalized advocacy tool they can use to share their needs with future middle school teachers.

Students learn and practice specific scripts for requesting their accommodations in general education settings, focusing on clear and polite communication.

Students identify their personal strengths and specific IEP accommodations, reframing them as 'power-ups' that help them succeed in the classroom.

A comprehensive lesson introducing the 'text evidence + schema' formula to master inferring main ideas and author's purpose.

An Among Us-themed articulation mission focusing on the /s/ sound, where students complete 'tasks' by correctly pronouncing words in various positions.

A comprehensive set of resources designed to support students experiencing school avoidance, including SMART IEP goals, instructional strategies for staff, and progress tracking tools for students.

A collection of resources designed to help students transition smoothly between activities using visual aids, movement breaks, and structured "bridge" activities. This lesson focuses on reducing task refusal by providing clear expectations and a physical outlet during changes.

A lesson focused on mastering 3-step academic directions through a secret agent themed narrative. Students learn strategies to break down complex tasks and apply them to math-based missions.

A set of resources designed to gather teacher insights and provide initial social support strategies for a student newly diagnosed with autism.

An introductory lesson focusing on what autism is through the lens of 'superpowers' and unique brain wiring, encouraging students to identify and celebrate strengths.

A comprehensive lesson on self-advocacy, teaching students to identify their learning needs and communicate them effectively using scripts and visual supports. Suitable for diverse learners across elementary through high school settings.

A Super Mario-inspired social skills lesson focused on conversational turn-taking and impulse control. Uses game levels and power-up metaphors to teach waiting for a signal and sharing the mic.

A hands-on financial literacy lesson where students simulate a classroom marketplace to practice budgeting, calculating discounts, and distinguishing between wants and needs.

A creative art-based activity designed for middle school students who are hesitant to communicate verbally. This lesson uses a meteorological metaphor to help students map out their stressors and triggers through drawing rather than direct conversation.

A collection of visual, low-pressure resources designed to facilitate an introductory meeting with a selectively mute ELL student, focusing on non-verbal communication and rapport building.

A 15-minute professional presentation for special education staff introducing the 10-week 'System Pilot' executive functioning module. Focuses on the technical 'Pilot' metaphor, system diagnostics, and high-performance optimization strategies for students.

A comprehensive lesson on basic budgeting, financial vocabulary, and mathematical foundations including fractions and simple algebra, designed for special education students.