Having a student business has SO MANY benefits. Depending on what your product is, you have the opportunity to practice independence, money math, cooking, responsibility, and so much more! For classrooms that do not have to focus on academics as much, this is the perfect place to start! ... READ the POST
12 Days of Ramen Paraprofessional Holiday Gift
Do you get gifts for your team before taking off for winter break? I love to show appreciation to my staff at any opportunity I can, but I can understand why people can't, because the costs can add up quickly if you have upwards of 10 staff in your room! I am huge on making sure I give gifts that ... READ the POST
Holiday Recipes for Cooking Lessons in the Life Skills Classroom
If you teach in a life skills classroom and cooking lessons are part of your curriculum, it's always fun to spice things up with recipes that have a holiday twist to them. It is always important to keep in mind finding recipes that are simple so that students are participate in them as ... READ the POST
Teaching Thanksgiving Week? 5+ No Prep Life Skills Activities to Use
Holiday-themed activities makes learning fun. It gives a change of scenery and creates increased engagement and not to mention it makes activities relatable. For those of you that are not fortunate to get Thanksgiving week off and still have to teach, it can be a rough week. ... READ the POST
Life Skills Holiday Themed Activities
Doing holiday-themed activities makes learning fun. It gives a change of scenery and creates increased engagement and not to mention it makes activities relatable. Here are some life skills activities (AND SOME FREEBIES!) that are Holiday-themed but also functional to everyday ... READ the POST
Life Skills Halloween Themed Activities
Doing holiday-themed activities makes learning fun. It gives a change of scenery and creates increased engagement. Here are some life skills activities that are Halloween-themed but also functional to everyday life. Think to yourself - you compare shop for a Halloween costume or cook a fun spooky ... READ the POST