Focuses on transforming identified keywords into simple, quick visual sketches (Mental Snapshots) to reinforce auditory recall without getting bogged down in detail.
A comprehensive lesson package focused on following multi-step directions using a prompt hierarchy strategy, designed to align with IEP goal tracking and progress monitoring.
A focused lesson designed to teach students the procedural steps for starting and maintaining independent work, featuring self-monitoring strategies and data collection tools.
A foundational AAC lesson focusing on the core word 'eat' through a fun picnic-themed interactive presentation and practical communication overlays for emergent communicators.
A collection of activities and resources centered on modeling and using the core word 'go' in various functional contexts.
A collection of behavioral support materials designed for a student interested in racing and aviation, featuring a 6-token system and printable reward visual aids.
A hands-on science experiment for students with intellectual disabilities to explore heat conduction using chocolate milk and different spoons. Includes visual supports and simplified data collection.
A culminating lesson where students apply their keyword and sketching skills to a longer auditory 'broadcast' in a timed note-taking challenge.
Combining keywords and sketches into a sequence (The Sketch Chain) to track multiple pieces of information from short 2-3 sentence auditory passages.
Introduction to identifying keywords as 'anchors' for memory from auditory input. Students practice filtering out filler words to find the most important information in a single sentence.
This lesson teaches students how to use visual cues to communicate with peers, practice taking turns through structured games, and identify positive ways to get a friend's attention.
An introductory lesson and set of resources focused on the structural setup of Tier 1, 2, and 3 supports within an elementary school PBIS framework.