Preschool is all about exploring and learning through engaging activities. If you're searching for the perfect workbook that will enhance your child's writing skills, look no further than our Writing Practice Worksheets for Preschoolers. Created specifically for young minds, these worksheets provide a fantastic opportunity for children to understand the basics of handwriting. With a variety of fun exercises and appealing illustrations, our worksheets make learning an enjoyable experience for your little ones. Start your child's writing journey today with our Writing Practice Worksheets for Preschoolers!
When selecting your homeschool curriculum its important to think about penmanship. As your child continues their educational journey you will need t
In today’s article, you’ll find a collection of kindergarten quotes for kids, parents, and teachers to inspire them on their upcoming journey.
Unschooling, a term coined by educator John Holt, is a unique approach to education that places children at the center of their learning journey. It encourages them to explore their interests, pass…
What is dyslexia? This one-page dyslexia fact sheet will answer your questions. Click on the link, download it, print it out and share it.
Stepping into the world of reading and writing with kindergarteners is an exciting journey filled with significant milestones. In the early stages of literacy development, the right tools can make a significant difference. That’s where kindergarten writing worksheets come into play, serving as essential instruments in nurturing young learners’ reading and writing skills. IOur curated […]
What children are afraid of.. As children grow up, they develop diferrent fears and worries. Some of these feelings are common in all stages of child development.
Let's face it: It's HARD to teach grammar! Make teaching verbs fun with verb worksheets and activities that are relevant and engaging?
Here is what parents and teachers should know about working memory skills, IEP goals and supports to develop this important executive functioning skill.
Orange Shirt Day is held on September 30 to honour the children of Residential Schools. We've collected activities to use in your classroom.
You need to work with your ADHD child's teachers to ensure that their educational needs are met. There are requirements that public schools must meet, but you must ask.
Looking for prayers for a preschool graduation? We have 7 simple prayers to celebrate and talk to God during this important occasion.
We all have childhood traumas - small or big. These 5 inner child healing exercises can make an incredible change in your adult life journey
Discover a treasure trove of free transportation worksheets! Engage your child's curiosity with interactive activities and educational fun!
Visual attention and processing are necessary skills for strong readers, writers, and more. Use these activities for visual cognitive skills.
As a parent, heading into an IEP meeting is overwhelming. Even well-seasoned parents of children with special needs get nervous before walking into a meeting where the sole purpose is to dissect what their child can and cannot do. There are some things that special education teachers can do for parents to elevate some of the anxiety that comes with attending IEP meetings. Be honest with all communication. Communicate with parents often. When you talk with parents throughout the year, do not sugar-coat everything. There is nothing worse than feeling blindsided when you have been told that "everything is fine" all year long only to hear a more realistic description during the IEP meeting. Phone calls, emails, and daily communication logs are all options, depending on the level of need. If you have a student that needs daily communication, this communication log saved me loads of time at the end of the day. Give as much unofficial notice as possible. The law says you need to give written notice five business days before an IEP meeting. However, for a lot of parents, that may not be enough time to make arrangements with their places of employment or for childcare. When you find out the date, even if you don't know the exact time, let the parents know so they can plan ahead. Supply a draft IEP and call home ahead of the meeting. Giving a draft IEP ahead of time allows parents to really review the IEP and come up with questions. Adding a brochure about IEPs like this one is a nice touch too. Do not tell the parents to call you with any questions because that can be too intimidating for some personalities. Instead, call home a few days after you send home the draft to go over the IEP with them. Set a positive mood in the meeting room. Many of the meeting spaces I have attended meetings in have been very formal conference rooms. One way to make the meeting space feel less formal and more inviting is to add a centerpiece and a small tray of snacks. A simple vase of fresh flowers along with a plate of cookies in the middle of the table can turn a cold boardroom into an inviting space. Have a familiar person collect the parent from the waiting area. When possible, have a familiar face walk the parents back to the meeting. Engage in casual conversation on the way to the meeting room. Chances are, the parents are really nervous and chatting with a familiar person can calm their nerves a bit. Have everybody introduce themselves. At the start of the meeting, have everybody introduce themselves and give their role in the meeting. Even if the parents are seasoned and have been to several meetings, they may only see the people at the table once a year. Introductions are important. A warm smile and a hello can go a long way to help a parent feel at ease. Give an overview of the meeting. For parents attending an IEP meeting for the first time, not knowing what the meeting will look like is a major concern. Sharing a meeting agenda is helpful, even for parents that have attended IEP meetings in the past. I love this one that also includes space for the parents to take notes if they would like. Share growth and positives. When each person takes their turn to talk about the student, make sure everybody begins with positive qualities and growth. After you share growth, then go into detail about struggles, concerns, and goals. Always remember who you are talking to. You are talking to these parents about their greatest love of all time. Put yourself in their shoes and show those parents the same compassion and honesty you would hope for. Check in after the meeting. Call the parents within a few days of the meeting to go over the decisions made and to answer any additional questions. Remind the parents that you are always available to answer questions about the IEP and about their child's educational programs. These are just a few things that you can do to make an IEP meeting less overwhelming for a parent. What else do you and your team do to make parents for comfortable with the process?
Parental involvement is very important to a child's success in school, but how can we get our parents in? This blog post shares information about how and why parental involvement matters. Resource Description: This resource includes a printable poster with 20 suggestions for involving your parents PLUS a parental involvement brochure which can be printed and given at the beginning of the year or at conference time. Parents may not be able to visit during the school day, but every parent can be involved. As much as possible, we should extend invitations to them.
Here are the best thank you teacher messages from parents to honor the amazing educators who light the path to a brighter future for our children!
No parent wants their child to be bullied. But can we prevent it? Here are 14 ways parents can bully-proof their kids and stop bullying.
A parent teacher conference can make you nervous. This list of questions will help you learn more about your child and their teacher.
Angry children don't rage for anger's sake. Rather, their behavior is a symptom of a deeper issue. Here's a close look at the anatomy of an angry gifted child, plus suggestions for helping her cope.
When Junior High and Middle School was introduced in 1909, the children sat at desks, were lectured, and encouraged to study in preparation for a career as the primary focus. Over the past century, the curriculum has been updated by legislators, and new textbooks have been issued, but not
I’ve talked a little on my Instagram page about my husband and I am, and our background in special education. My husband now works as a behavior specialist in a school but started out right w…
Getting ready for a big fight to dismiss a student from speech therapy services? Here are the things I have told parents
A seriously smart look at why kids dislike math and how to fix it before it's too late.
Are you homeschooling a child with dyslexia? This dyslexia program is the perfect addition to your homeschool curriculum. It includes everything you need to teach your dyslexic child to read! Here’s a homeschool mom confession for you, I would have NEVER thought I could homeschool a child with dyslexia. The challenges that learning struggles present […]
Many well-meaning parents have walked through my door and given me a list of what their child already knows. But I'm not really interested in that.
All the information you need to legally deregister your child from school, plus FREE template letters to send to all the relevant parties.
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How to document or record unschooling and learning in the home when you have an unschool approach to homeschooling children.
30 Measurable Handwriting IEP goals to support studentsfor improved penmanship and written communication skills; includes accommodations for writing.
