A professional development resource focused on conducting empathy interviews with students who face frequent disciplinary actions, aiming to shift from punitive to restorative mindsets.

Challenges students with 4+ step sequences and introduces advanced strategies like chunking and mental visualization for long-term mastery.

Moves into visual-spatial memory where students must follow multi-step drawing or building instructions to create specific patterns or images.

Focuses on basic multi-step physical and verbal commands (2-3 steps) using high-energy 'Simon Says' style games and verbal recall strategies.

This lesson introduces the concept of expected and unexpected behaviors in three key settings: school, home, and the community. Designed for students with intellectual impairments, it uses simple visual cues and concrete examples to help students navigate social expectations.

A set of data tracking and visual support materials for a 3rd-grade student working on gathering lesson materials independently using a checklist.

A comprehensive toolkit for teachers and 504 teams to support a 4th-grade student struggling with behavioral regulation, peer conflict, and defiance. Includes actionable accommodations with rationales, a student reflection tool, and a guide for navigating difficult parent communication.

A specialized check-in session designed to help a shy student navigate sensory discomfort in PE and other school environments, focusing on building trust and identifying specific stressors.

A comprehensive lesson covering Chapter 1 of 'Jane Goodall and the Chimpanzees of Gombe,' focusing on reading comprehension across three distinct ability levels and specialized vocabulary development using picture-matching activities.

A physical and creative intervention designed for 7-year-olds with ADHD to practice multi-step directions, task completion, and sustained attention through a 'Quest' narrative.

A specialized speech therapy lesson focused on identifying and producing mixed vocalic /r/ sounds within a Valentine's Day themed context to promote conversational carryover.

An active articulation adventure for kindergarteners focusing on the /l/ and /sh/ sounds through localized body movements suitable for small spaces.

A lesson focused on supporting a first-grade student through the process of moving between classrooms, emphasizing the group plan and self-regulation techniques.

This lesson introduces the concept of being 'settled' and ready to learn using a Carol Gray style social story and visual supports. It focuses on the physical and emotional sensations of the Green Zone to help first graders transition into activities with confidence.

A social story and support tools designed to help a first grader recognize when they need a break, how to request one appropriately using Zones of Regulation language, and how to transition back to learning.

This lesson introduces the concept of moving from one place to another using a social story and visual aids to reduce anxiety and build routine.

A social story and support materials for a first-grade student with autism focusing on transitions, specifically stopping activities and moving between rooms using Zones of Regulation concepts.

A comprehensive workshop for parents focusing on supporting executive functioning skills in students with ADHD and Autism, specifically targeting self-regulation and task completion.

Strategic planning resources for Grade 7 teachers to analyze Grade 6 MCAS results and implement bridging strategies for ELA and Math.

Students will practice visual perception and letter recognition through engaging dinosaur-themed matching activities, including picture-to-picture and case-matching exercises.

A lesson focused on teaching the step-by-step routine for independent showering, including preparation and post-shower tasks.

A comprehensive lesson designed to empower college-bound students with disabilities by navigating the legal, social, and academic shifts from high school to higher education.

Reinforces discrimination between 'Yes' and 'No' in real-world scenarios, featuring daily choice boards and practice worksheets.

Focuses on identifying and communicating acceptance or desire using the word 'Yes' through visual cues and social narratives.

Focuses on identifying and communicating rejection or boundaries using the word 'No' through visual cues and social narratives.

A lesson designed for students with low cognitive or intellectual developmental disabilities to differentiate between hard and soft skills and identify their own personal strengths through visual, high-support activities.

A specialized instructional framework designed for students with ASD and dyslexia to master coding syntax through a micro-step 'Success Pathway' game. This lesson breaks down complex coding tasks into manageable checkpoints to reduce anxiety and build independence.

A comprehensive suite of resources for teachers implementing a Check-In/Check-Out (CICO) intervention to support students' academic and social-emotional growth.

A comprehensive lesson designed for 3rd-grade students with ASD to learn and practice accepting adult redirection through verbal instructions, tone recognition, and calm responses.

This lesson provides educators with a comprehensive Disability Impact Statement and supporting instructional materials for a student with communication impairments who is struggling with basic reading decoding. It bridges the gap between speech-language needs and literacy goals.

A professional toolkit designed to help special education teachers craft clear, compliant, and data-driven disability impact statements for IEPs.

An intensive 8-week Tier 3 intervention designed to help a 2nd-grade student manage emotional outbursts and peer interactions during recess through a structured "Hero Training" theme.

This lesson introduces students to OSHA regulations and general workplace safety practices, specifically tailored for vocational transitions in construction and trade environments. Students will explore OSHA's purpose and apply safety rules to real-world job site scenarios.

An overview of the special education services provided by North Star Academy, ranging from inclusive support to specialized self-contained programming.

A lesson focused on the basics of genetic inheritance and how traits are passed from parents to offspring, designed for students with a 2nd-grade reading level.

A collection of tools for teachers to monitor student growth and track progress across various goals and assignments within small group settings.

A 30-minute Social Emotional Learning (SEL) session for 1st graders using 'Would You Rather' questions to explore friendship, social skills, and self-awareness. Students will engage in group discussions and personal reflection through a series of playful but meaningful choices.

Targeted resources for Grade 5 teachers to analyze Grade 4 MCAS results and implement bridging strategies for ELA and Math.

A foundational lesson on understanding and answering the 5 Ws and H to boost comprehension and conversation skills.

Visual supports and interactive task cards to reinforce grammar rules and complex sentence construction.

Activities focused on moving from single-word production to connected speech and everyday generalization of target sounds.

A comprehensive strategic planning resource for educators to analyze Grade 5 MCAS results and align Grade 6 instruction with identified student needs in ELA, Math, and Science.