Students investigate volume as a signal of emotional intensity and learn to match their vocal volume to specific social contexts and environments.
A collection of materials for managing a classroom reward system based on a diner theme, including a large-format poster and student-facing handouts.
A hands-on chemistry lab designed for students with intellectual disabilities to observe the oxidizing power of bleach through fabric discoloration. The lesson emphasizes lab safety and the chemical strength of household cleaners.
Evidence-based study strategies including active recall, spaced repetition, and personalized note-taking systems.
A set of bedtime routine tools designed specifically for teenagers with ADHD to help manage executive function and improve sleep hygiene.
A restorative approach to addressing chronic behavior patterns, focusing on reflection, impact analysis, and collaborative goal setting.
Reflecting on growth, creating a long-term maintenance plan, and celebrating group success.
Recognizing how emotions affect EF and learning strategies for self-regulation and stress management.
Designing physical and digital organization systems that actually work for the individual.
Strategies for task initiation, overcoming procrastination, and maintaining focus in a world of distractions.
Understanding time blindness, using calendars effectively, and mastering the weekly review.
Setting SMARTER goals and learning to break down large projects into manageable chunks.
Introduction to executive functioning, self-awareness of strengths and challenges, and building group rapport.
A set of role-playing activities designed to help transition-aged students practice the decision-making process in workplace, community, and academic settings. Students identify options, weigh consequences, and select the best course of action.
A guide for instructors on implementing neurodiverse supports within the classroom, specifically focusing on interview preparation and communication.
A comprehensive lesson designed for high-functioning teens with ASD to master situational awareness and active listening in school and public settings using a 'social detective' framework.
A comprehensive lesson for high school students with special needs to develop practical social skills for handling difficult interactions, including teasing, rude comments, and repetitive questions.
This lesson teaches high school students with special needs how to identify 'small' social problems and use the STOP framework and tactical ignoring to maintain focus.
The first lesson in a series about Simone Biles, focusing on her early life, discovery of gymnastics, and the impact of her training. Students practice decoding multisyllabic words before engaging in a 20-minute silent reading session.
A comprehensive vocabulary set for high school students focused on complex (4-5 syllable) words essential for independent living and professional retail environments.
A comprehensive two-week version of the element research project for juniors, allowing for deeper dives into historical context and atomic modeling.
An accelerated one-week version of the element research project designed for seniors, focusing on core atomic data and primary uses.
A comprehensive set of tools for monitoring and documenting student progress through a sensory circuit, including a weekly tracking grid and a teacher's reference for prompting levels.
A structured support framework for students in emotional support programs, focusing on accountability, communication, and clear incentives for success.
A lesson focused on breaking down on-task behavior into a repeatable task chain for high school students to improve self-regulation and independence.
A comprehensive lesson on daily and weekly hygiene routines for high school students with intellectual disabilities. It includes tracking tools and visual supports for independent living.
A comprehensive set of visual tools designed to help students with high anxiety navigate the 'shutdown' response and build resilience against unexpected changes using CBT principles.
A preparation lesson for student athletes participating in the Special Olympics at Lexington High School, covering logistics, expectations, and event details.
A comprehensive toolkit for teachers to track, document, and support student English language proficiency growth using TELPAS criteria across all four domains.
A comprehensive lesson on functional reading for everyday survival, focusing on interpreting medication, nutrition, and chemical safety labels for independent living.
A Wilson Step 6 aligned lesson focusing on multisyllabic word division and reading comprehension using a sports journalism article about NFL trades.
A high-school level lesson focusing on conflict resolution (negotiation, mediation) and self-advocacy in workplace and post-secondary settings, specifically designed for students with autism and learning disabilities.
A comprehensive lesson focusing on morphological cues for high school special education students, using visual supports and structured sentence writing to master word endings like -s, -es, -ed, -ing, -er, and -est.