A set of accessible science materials designed for MCAS Alt evidence, focusing on distinguishing between living and non-living things through observation and sorting.
A lesson focused on supporting preschool students with autism in understanding and following directions, especially for non-preferred tasks, using visual supports and a social story.
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 collection of tactile and visual resources focused on the letter N, designed for students with fine motor challenges and sensory needs.
A set of basketball-themed break passes designed for 4th-grade students to manage daily breaks using a punch-card system. Includes designs inspired by the Lakers and Grizzlies teams.
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 professional development session designed to help educators translate raw student data into actionable instructional changes. Teachers will practice identifying trends and planning specific interventions based on real-world classroom data.
A collection of 10 longer, more complex short stories designed for 3th-4th grade level readers. Focuses on identifying character, setting, and plot elements through multi-paragraph narratives and literal comprehension questions.
A focused lesson for 1st grade special education students to identify clues in word problems and decide whether to add or subtract within 20, themed around a safari animal adventure. Includes visual supports like number lines and animal keyword anchors.
A comprehensive behavior intervention package for kindergarteners focused on staying in their seat and keeping hands to themselves, using a fun space-themed 'Mission Control' approach.
A comprehensive lesson introducing the 'text evidence + schema' formula to master inferring main ideas and author's purpose.
A comprehensive professional development session for school leaders on implementing Instructional Rounds. Participants will learn to move from evaluative observations to objective evidence gathering, focusing on the relationship between teacher, student, and task.
Resources for drafting meaningful IEP impact statements specifically for students with autism experiencing school refusal. This lesson provides pre-written examples and a structured framework for connecting sensory needs and behavioral rigidity to educational access.
An Among Us-themed articulation mission focusing on the /s/ sound, where students complete 'tasks' by correctly pronouncing words in various positions.
A comprehensive lesson on writing opinion pieces about favorite foods, designed for 4th-grade special education students with heavy scaffolding and visual supports.
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 supportive social story and visual aids designed to help a kindergarten student with severe special needs transition to a new school environment, focusing on meeting their teacher and following a new routine.
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.
This professional development lesson introduces school leaders and educators to the Collaborative Proactive Solutions (CPS) model. Participants will move from a compliance-based mindset to one focused on identifying lagging skills and solving problems collaboratively with students.
A foundational lesson helping students identify core emotions through visual cues and personal reflection, specifically designed for neurodivergent learners.
A Mario-themed lesson designed to help 7-year-olds with ASD/ADHD develop impulse control through interactive scenarios, power-up rewards, and visual calming strategies.
A comprehensive toolkit designed for a 9th-grade student to manage academic tasks and emotional regulation through structured planning and mindfulness strategies.
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 simplified story mapping resource designed for 4th-grade special education students to track key elements of any novel they are reading.
A social-emotional learning lesson designed for 3rd-grade students, particularly those with autism, to practice 'reading the room' by identifying environmental and social clues to interpret situations correctly.
A comprehensive toolkit for school administrators to coach teachers in transitioning from reactive discipline to proactive behavior management during the energetic spring months. This lesson provides the framework for professional development and classroom implementation focused on 2nd-4th grade.