Alright, stop, collaborate, and listen! IEPs back with a brand new vision. Featured Guest Blogger: Maureen Howard, M.Ed. from Spoonful of Sped We should be thinking about the IEP process and transition planning with this spin on Vanilla Ice’s lyrics in mind. Too often, students with disabilities ... READ the POST
How Google Slides Saved Me During Distance Learning
I'm going to show you my top 3 favorite ways to use Google Slides for instruction which I will absolutely continue to use once we are back in person and far beyond this very, different school year. Featured Guest Blogger: Kristine from Autism The Teen Years. Hey Guys! If you follow me ... READ the POST
Creating Empowerment through Student-Led IEP Meetings
Empowerment through Student-Led IEP Meetings Featured Guest Blogger: Dr. Ritzie Gratrix of Sped Transition Tools. We all know that IEP meetings can be challenging-- whether it’s scheduling, writing, or the entire meeting altogether. I have sat through hundreds or even millions (slight exaggeration) ... READ the POST
INCLUSION, What Does It Really Mean?
I-N-C-L-U-S-I-O-N, What does it really mean? Featured guest blogger: Lauren, High School Special Education Teacher, MA.ED. While we might be thinking we could ask Aretha Franklin what does it really mean?, I thought I would share my perspective on inclusion. Here is a little background on me. My ... READ the POST
Leisure Skills Ideas for Individuals with Autism
Leisure skills are activities we all engage in during our free time for the purpose of relaxation and enjoyment. Featured guest blogger: Vidya, a parent of a teenager with autism and blogger at Autism Family Story. Leisure skills are important life skills which we all develop automatically over the ... READ the POST
Dollar Tree Recycle Sorting Activities
The Dollar Tree has many useful and affordable educational resources. On a teacher's budget, even though a resource might only cost me $1, I still like to try and find ways to make the resource last a long time. This Recycle Activity Kit has been at the Dollar Tree for some time. It comes with 4 ... READ the POST