Students shift their understanding of base-ten blocks so that a flat represents 1, a rod represents 0.1, and a unit cube represents 0.01. They practice building and naming decimals to establish unit magnitude.
This lesson focuses on identifying, dividing, and reading multi-syllabic words with open syllables (Step 5.2). It includes daily warm-ups and structured practice.
A lesson designed for 5th-grade students who are Hard of Hearing, focusing on the essential life skill of requesting repetition and clarification. It features a modified 'Telephone' game based on kitchen instructions and provides differentiated pathways for varying levels of independence.
A set of tools to support a student's daily behavioral goals through a consistent check-in/check-out system.
A comprehensive set of resources designed to establish clear behavioral expectations for middle school students to earn their way onto an upcoming field trip. The lesson includes a rubric, a classroom poster, a parent/student contract, and a student tracking checklist.
Establishes a formal safety plan (The Calm Protocol) that identifies safe spaces, trusted adults, and step-by-step actions for high-stress moments, ensuring the student feels secure even when home life is unpredictable.
Focuses on identifying the physical and emotional signs of dysregulation and building a personalized 'toolkit' of grounding strategies that work across different classroom environments.
A literacy intervention lesson for middle school students reading at a 2nd-grade level, focusing on CVCE words, high-frequency words, and sentence structure with an architectural theme.
Students explore neurodiversity through the lens of ADHD using powerful metaphors like the Race Car Brain and the Brain Secretary. They will learn to identify brain-based differences as unique strengths and challenges rather than character flaws.
Students will differentiate between "behavior" and "brain function" and define executive function using metaphors from the ADHD community.
This lesson focuses on the foundational skill of moving the decimal point in division problems, specifically designed for students who benefit from clear, visual, step-by-step instructions.
Final review and mastery of all 15 contractions covered in the 9-week sequence, featuring comprehensive dictation and games.
Reinforcement of 'ed', 'er', 'ou', 'ow', and 'st' contractions through repetitive writing and word-building exercises.
Introduction to additional common part signs: 'ed', 'er', 'ou', 'ow', and 'st'. Focuses on placement within words.
Mastery check for the 'ch' group contractions, including complex dictation and mixed contraction review.
Reinforcement of 'ch', 'gh', 'sh', 'th', and 'wh' contractions through targeted practice sheets and matching activities.
Introduction to the 'ch' group of contractions: 'ch', 'gh', 'sh', 'th', and 'wh'. Focuses on the unique dot patterns for each.
Mastery check for the 'and' group contractions using dictation passages and independent writing activities.
Reinforcement of the 'and' group contractions through repetitive tracing, matching games, and simple fill-in-the-blank sentences.
Introduction to the 'and' group of contractions: 'and', 'for', 'of', 'the', and 'with'. Focuses on recognition and basic tracing.
A comprehensive set of non-academic activities and assessments designed to evaluate a student's organizational, categorization, and goal-setting skills through hands-on tasks.
A social story and behavior guide designed to help students understand and practice expected behaviors during school assemblies and presentations in the gym.
A comprehensive trauma-informed support package for a 6th-grade student, focusing on emotional regulation, executive functioning, and classroom re-engagement. This collection provides tools for both the student and the educators to foster a safe and productive learning environment.
A comprehensive set of resources designed to help a student transition from aggressive physical behaviors to safe self-regulation strategies using a superhero theme. Includes a social story booklet, portable visual cue cards, and a teacher implementation guide.
A sports-themed behavior management system featuring football and basketball tokens and a customizable reward board to motivate students toward specific goals like a movement break or a treasure box.
A comprehensive reentry strategy for a 7th-grade student experiencing school refusal, focusing on a phased return centered around their academic strengths.
This lesson focuses on teaching middle school students with autism appropriate ways to seek attention without grabbing, emphasizing 'safe hands' and personal space. It includes a structured social story and a practical reflection tool.
A lesson focused on the routine of safely exiting the school bus upon arrival at school, featuring clear visual supports for students.
A 30-minute co-taught lesson (Speech/OT) centered on the book 'If You Give a Mouse to School', focusing on vocabulary and WH-question comprehension through visual supports and structured writing tasks.
A lesson focused on teaching simple self-regulation strategies like deep breathing and muscle relaxation to students with intellectual disabilities using a social story and visual supports.
A lesson focused on teaching students with intellectual disabilities how to identify feelings of frustration and use appropriate social strategies to ask for help in the classroom.
A comprehensive lesson teaching the 'Next Dollar Up' strategy to students with special needs, focusing on practical money skills through visual aids and hands-on shopping simulations.
A life skills lesson designed for special education students to identify symptoms of illness and practice communicating how they feel to trusted adults. The lesson uses clear visuals and simple scenarios to build independence in healthcare communication.
A high-energy, Valentine's-themed 'Price is Right' game designed to last up to 120 minutes, covering item pricing, logic, and estimation.
A lesson designed to help students with special needs understand the social expectations and physical steps for meeting and petting a therapy dog safely and gently.
A gamified chore and reward system featuring Minecraft and Super Mario themes to motivate students through 'quests' and 'level-ups'.
A comprehensive guide to executive function accommodations, focusing on rigidity, behavioral expectations, and task completion for neurodivergent students.
A comprehensive speech therapy lesson focused on Groundhog Day, targeting expressive language (predictions, descriptions) and receptive language (WH questions, following directions) through a 'Field Guide' lens.
A comprehensive set of data collection tools for Extended School Year (ESY) services, focusing on attendance tracking and daily progress monitoring for IEP goals.
Social and functional skills for cafes, including ordering, waiting for a turn, and paying for a snack or drink.
Exploring public services at the library and post office, focusing on quiet expectations, mailing letters, and checking out books.
Developing skills for navigating retail environments like CVS and Stop & Shop, including finding specific items and completing a checkout transaction.
Focuses on universal community skills: identifying locations, asking for help, and using a communication board to navigate the community safely.
A specialized intervention lesson for Tier III students to identify common classroom distractions and implement a 'Stop, Breathe, Return' strategy using visual cues.
A positive reinforcement system designed to help students remain in the classroom through a themed 'Base Camp' tracking system. Includes a student-facing milestone chart and a teacher guide for implementation.
A lesson focused on recognizing personal strengths and identifying positive emotions through affirmations and a creative sunshine craft.
A comprehensive kit for educators and students to investigate the functions of behavior through a 'Behavior Detective' lens, focusing on ABC data and intervention strategies.
A gentle lesson designed for students with low cognitive abilities to recognize and practice self-care choices through social narratives, visual matching, and creative expression.
A lesson on social problem-solving and conflict resolution, focusing on 'I-statements,' compromise, and repairing social relationships.
A lesson on emotional regulation and impulsivity, introducing the 'Pulse Control' toolkit for managing big emotions and acting before thinking.
A lesson on distinguishing between expected and unexpected behaviors and understanding how behaviors influence the thoughts and feelings of others.