Students develop organizational skills by planning a 3-day menu and creating a categorized grocery list within a budget.
A lesson designed to empower students to understand their IEP goals and practice self-advocacy through scenario-based roleplay. Students will learn the 'Blueprinting' method for communicating their needs effectively to teachers and staff.
A focused session on postsecondary self-advocacy, teaching students with learning differences how to communicate their needs to professors and employers. The lesson emphasizes the transition from high school's automatic support to the self-initiated systems of college and the workplace.
Strategies and quick-reference tools specifically designed for refocusing and redirecting students with ADHD and defiant behaviors in the Least Restrictive Environment.
Sensory support strategies and proprioceptive activities designed for students in grades 3-5. Bridges the gap between play-based movement and functional household participation with age-appropriate "strength challenges."
Sensory support strategies and proprioceptive activities specifically designed for students in grades K-3. Focuses on play-based heavy work, animal walks, and simple household participation.
A 5-page workbook unit focused on strengthening executive functioning and planning skills for teenagers, using a 'Command Center' technical manual theme.
A comprehensive K-12 behavior management system that synthesizes best practices from MTSS, PBIS, and restorative justice frameworks. This lesson provides teachers with a clear decision-making flow and a detailed policy handbook for maintaining a positive school culture.
A comprehensive set of resources for parents of junior high and high school students, focusing on proprioception, sensory seeking behaviors, and practical home-based strategies.
A comprehensive parent training resource designed to support task initiation and sustained focus for students with autism using visual strategies and structured home routines.
A collection of video-based independent work stations for student rotation and self-paced learning.
A comprehensive set of data collection tools designed for tracking IEP behavior frequency, duration, and academic accuracy, including a synthesis log for weekly reporting.
A comprehensive 5-week intervention for high school English Learners focusing on decoding through nonsense word fluency, specifically designed for students with limited or interrupted formal education.
A technical guide and corrected codebase for creating switch-accessible mystery games for visually impaired students. Includes the fixed Python script and an explanation of common pitfalls in accessibility programming.
This lesson dismantles the stigma surrounding IEPs and emotional dysregulation by highlighting the 'twice-exceptional' nature of many brilliant minds. It features a slide presentation of successful African Americans who overcame learning and emotional challenges to achieve greatness.
A focused 4-week history-themed intervention designed to help students overcome the 'blank page' hurdle by mastering task initiation through a structured 3-2-1 'Discovery Protocol'.
A focused lesson on the story of Hercules and the Minotaur, using simplified language and visual supports to build reading confidence and narrative understanding.
A comprehensive review of unit concepts followed by a final assessment designed for students with diverse learning needs.
An introduction to how humans explore space, including the tools we use like telescopes and rockets, and what it is like to live and work as an astronaut.
A guided tour of the eight planets in our solar system, categorized into rocky inner planets and gaseous outer planets with simple distinguishing characteristics for each.
A study of the Moon's appearance and its relationship with Earth, focusing on the most recognizable phases and its role as our closest neighbor.
An exploration of why we have day and night (rotation) and why we have years and seasons (revolution), broken down into simple, relatable concepts.
Students explore the Sun as the center of our solar system, learning about its heat, light, and importance for life on Earth using accessible language and clear visual aids.
A lesson exploring the social and political changes following the Creole-led revolutions in Latin America, specifically designed for students requiring IEP accommodations.
A set of structured tools designed to help high school students with autism master the nuances of job interviews, focusing on social cues and expanding answer length.
A set of discreet communication cards designed for an 8th-grade student to advocate for their needs during moments of frustration or sensory overwhelm.
A toolkit designed to help students with expressive language challenges engage meaningfully in group discussions while remaining focused on the core topic.
A collection of simple, visual reminder slips to help bridge the gap between home and school for students using AAC devices.
An adapted retelling of the Greek myth 'Theseus and the Minotaur' designed for early elementary students or students with IEPs. The lesson focuses on basic story elements and reading comprehension through simplified language and visual supports.
A collection of research-backed typographical resources designed to support readers with dyslexia, including reference guides and classroom visual aids.
A high-energy collaborative review day. Students participate in a 'Relay Race' of unit rate tasks, moving through stations that cover whole numbers, fractions, consumer math, and measurement to reinforce skills before the final assessment.
Reinforce the use of 'big' through fine and gross motor activities, including tracing and sorting tasks.
Introduce the core word 'big' using high-contrast visuals and simple comparisons to establish the concept and motor plan.
A comprehensive set of tools designed to help IEP students manage daily homework, develop executive functioning skills, and bridge communication between home and school.
A comprehensive behavior assessment tool for teachers to track trends in work completion, following directions, peer conflict, and emotional regulation. This data is designed to drive individual support plans, school-wide initiatives, and small-group interventions.
A lesson exploring the key events and motivations of the Haitian Revolution, designed specifically with scaffolded supports for students with IEPs. Students will analyze revolutionary actions like rallies and battles before completing a visually supported journal entry.
A structured writing lesson exploring the reasons for Indigenous resistance to Spanish colonial rule, specifically designed with scaffolds for IEP students.
An engaging, video-game themed training session where participants embark on a 'Career Quest' to understand job coaches, IEP transitions, and vocational skills. Based on advocacy-driven research, it covers soft skills, self-advocacy, and how to access support through school plans.
A comprehensive mock interview training program designed for learners seeking retail positions, focusing on visual supports, simple scripting, and situational problem-solving.
A hands-on vocational activity focused on sorting mail into categories like HR, Urgent, Manager, and Trash to build organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
An introductory lesson on persuasive writing for high school students with intellectual disabilities, focusing on distinguishing between facts and opinions through visual sorting and simple examples.
A system for teachers to monitor and analyze student time on task and work completion rates. These tools provide clear data points to identify patterns and support instructional adjustments.
A functional math lesson designed for life skills students to practice budgeting and price comparison in a simulated grocery store environment. Students learn to navigate price tags and make smart shopping choices for independent living.
A professional development lesson designed for school staff to practice resolving parent-staff conflicts during Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings through role-play and structured reflection.
A simplified project-based lesson on the Cold War designed for Tier 3 Special Education students. Students use a 'Case File' approach to build a timeline of 10 major events with provided stems and visual supports.
A comprehensive framework for school behavior response teams to standardize de-escalation techniques and crisis management protocols. This lesson provides clear, step-by-step procedures to ensure consistency and reduce the need for micromanagement during high-stress incidents.
Mastering the art of laundry, cleaning schedules, and maintaining a healthy home environment.
A functional literacy lesson for transition-age students focused on identifying and interpreting environmental print and safety signs in the Mound City community. Students build real-world independence through sign recognition and situational awareness.
Hands-on application of spatial skills through school-wide scavenger hunts and interactive physical games.
