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A day in the life of an adult transition program catering to students with moderate to severe learning disabilities. Our main focus is life skills, social skills, job skills, and community awareness.
It's surprises me every year how my whole classroom shifts on what they like and what they don't like to do. The last two years, not one student has touched the puzzles on my shelves. This year, it is like the hot ticket activity. I even had to buy a couple extra so there was enough to go around. I remember about three years ago my box of pattern blocks was what everyone wanted to play with. The last couple years no one seems to care for them at all. Last week a co-worker of mine bought a Circuit Maker set for his students and called me over to check it out. I was pretty sure my boys would love it as they are really into putting things together this year. I picked it up over the weekend and introduced it to the kids yesterday. I don't know who is enjoying it more, the kids or the staff (me included). It starts out pretty easy and will build as they start making more. It says ages 8 and up on the box and so far a couple of my boys were able to do it on their own. some of them needed help with the layering (which is clear on the instructions) but they were able to snap them together fine and follow the grid. I have only allowed them to each do two as I wanted everyone to get turns making them. So far we made a circuit board that turned on a light and one that made a buzzer sound! I can't wait to see what the next pages will bring!
Whether it's a blanket fort in the middle of the living room on a rainy day, or turning a cardboard box into a castle, kids love building forts. Your child will love this survival skills challenge of building a shelter. Plus, it will provide hours of pretend play opportunities.
If you are raising children or teens who will someday become adults, there is a natural anxiety that comes thinking about teaching them "How to Adult." I mean, the news is full of stories of
Science units are wonderful for teaching science concepts in a special education classroom… especially those with multiple grades. The science units help me differentiate and teach and reteach the science concepts year after year. Focus On Vocabulary Many students struggle with all of the vocabulary and language that come with science concepts. From scientific tools […]
Want to take your kid's knowledge to the next level in your homeschool? 16 old-fashioned or vintage skills to boost your homeschool experience.
Discover Homestead Skills Done Anywhere with Gardening, Real Food Recipes & DIY Projects. Learn Valuable Tips & Ideas!
There are some old-fashioned skills that kids should learn that will benefit them in life. While we often forgo teaching them to our children, thinking it's not necessary anymore, one day they could use those skills if they have them, even if they are labeled as "old-fashioned." Every generation changes. Things become old-fashioned and are
Giraffes are fascinating creatures that captivate the imagination of children around the world. With their long necks, spindly legs, and unique spotted coats, giraffes are truly one of the most […]
Fine motor skills activities for kids: explore fun games and everyday life activities / Child’s fine motor skills development activities
The best way to calm nausea is to stop it in its tracks. We’ve rounded up 10 natural nausea remedies to help you feel better fast.
When it comes to history and science in the elementary and middle school years, nothing has quite matched the success of unit studies in our homeschool.
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Inspiration, tips, and sources for creating a nature themed classroom for your middle school or high school students!
Activities and ideas for teaching independence in preschoolers. Help your child gain confidence as they learn to do things by themselves.
Research-based curriculum embeds skills naturally through play-based experiences that adapt to each child's developmental level and interests.
Looking for fun Dinosaur Preschool Theme Activities? You will love this set of Preschool Dinosaur Centers and No-Prep Worksheets.
Let’s talk handicrafts.We’ve been working on quality over quantity over here. I used to pull out every art supply we had so we could do craft projects. I threw so much stuff away. They were cute crafts but they didn't last. Sure, our children learned how to cut with scissors but I exhausted myself with the mess, not to mention I felt as though I was throwing our money out the window.Our children are learning life skills by spending time on handicrafts that can be enjoyed for years to come. A few
I love using interactive lapbooks in the classroom. They are fun to create, engaging and can be used throughout the year to review skills taught. I finally completely my Lapbook Bundle and I am happy to share the lapbooks included with you. Whether you think your learners will enjoy creating all of the lapbooks, if you
We all have time for mindfulness in our daily routine. Here's how being mindful benefits you &15 ways to incorporate mindfulness into your everyday life.
These 8 basic survival skills for children form the basis for their survival knowledge. Each of these 8 techniques is vital to survive during a disaster.
Homemaking skills help anyone turn a house into a home, no matter where they live. These skills are still relevant, and they deserve renewed attention.
Many students struggle with executive function skills – things like prioritizing, focusing, organizing, completing tasks, or understanding cause and effect. These sequencing activities provide an opportunity for students to improve their executive functioning or life skills and are great for kids with ADHD, Autism, or Cognitive Impairments. Simply mix up the steps for each situation ...
Getting ready for an IEP meeting can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. This free IEP Toolkit printable is designed to help you prepare for your child's IEP meeting's ahead of time by
ADD and ADHD affect many areas of life including social situations, down time at home, ability to complete daily chores, and even sports and music practice. Here are some natural treatments for ADHD and ADD that may help your child.
Are you struggling to create a PERSEVERING atmosphere within your classroom? Are you wanting to explore the concept of perseverance with your students? If so, this packet is for you! It is filled with activities, lessons, worksheets, posters, awards, and vouchers that are easy to use and great for classroom management. The path to happiness lies in how people treat one another. Let's create a world where perseverance is practiced when needed. ❤️ View similar packets here! Click HERE to buy all PERSEVERANCE resources in one BUNDLE! Click HERE to buy all CHARACTER EDUCATION PACKETS in one BUNDLE! SUGGESTIONS FOR TEACHERS, SPECIALISTS, AND HOMESCHOOLING PARENTS Focus on perseverance by discussing this virtue and poster. To deepen the meaning of perseverance, focus on an activity, suggestion, book, or printable. Once an understanding of this trait has been achieved and demonstrated, present respect award(s). Visit my store to purchase similar virtue packets, awards, posters, and task cards. INCLUDED VERSIONS Color and Black & White Activities in PDF Color and Black & White Awards, Posters and Vouchers in PDF Editable Awards and Vouchers in PowerPoint (student's name, signature and date may be edited on awards, and student's name, reason voucher was given and privilege earned may edited on vouchers). INCLUDED RESOURCES Teaching Guide Lesson Plan/Guide Definitions and Social Skills Guide Discussion Starter Questions (If desired, Perseverance Task Cards may purchased separately to supplement the questions already provided in this packet) Perseverance Suggested Reading Activity #1 Words of Encouragement Activity #2 Athletic Field Trip Activity #3 Perseverance Puzzle Activity #4 Perseverance Ice Cubes Activity #5 Act It Out! Activity #6 You Are a Star! Perseverance Star Printable How Can I Show Perseverance? Printable People Who Persevere Printable Persevering Behavior Printable Perseverance Goal Printable What Does Perseverance Mean? Printable Perseverance Acrostic Poem Printable Perseverance Words Printable Perseverance Award Perseverance Poster Determination Award Determination Poster Diligence Award Diligence Poster Hard Work Award Hard Work Poster Perseverance Vouchers TOU and Credits EDUCATORS LIKE YOU SAID: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐ I used this during our monthly trait meet. Our school does a monthly trait to work on so I used this one for perseverance. The second graders and fifth graders loved it! - Lauren T. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐ Teaching students to persevere through hard projects and activities is tough. Thank you for making it a little easier! - Emily A. GET TPT CREDIT Go to your “My Purchases” page, and click the Provide Feedback button. Each time you provide feedback, TPT gives you credits that may be used towards the cost of your future purchases. Your feedback is greatly valued and helps me determine future products. Thank you! WANT TO JOIN MY NEWSLETTER? Click here to subscribe! SUGGESTED GRADE LEVEL I have suggested a grade level of K - 5 to include children on the spectrum and children in mainstream classes. Please preview the packet above when determining if it meets your needs and email me with any questions if desired. EMAIL I may be contacted at [email protected] SIMILAR RESOURCES Perseverance Task Cards Perseverance Letter & Coloring
Learn about the bamboo-loving giant panda bears from China with cute panda worksheets that include math, literacy, life cycle, coloring pages, and more!
“Consider, too, what an unequalled mental training the child-naturalist is getting for any study or calling under the sun — the powers of attention, of
Wildlife biologists study numerous animals in their natural habitats. Here's an overview of the career, including salary and duties.
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Discover the power of risk-taking play—nurture children's development and resilience through engaging, challenging activities.
In Montessori, children learn to write before they learn to read with help of the Sandpaper Letters. After practicing letter formation using those letters, students need to continue handwriting exercises […]
If you are interested in learning bushcraft skills, don’t hesitate to get started. Here are some of the more hardcore bushcraft skills you can try. Don’t worry if you don’t get them on the first try.
Outdoor safety for kids is especially important when you go camping in the woods. Keep these tips in mind and grab your free printable here!
Urge surfing is a mindfulness skill that refers to managing unwanted urges or behaviors like emotional outbursts, aggression, or addictive urges. Instead of trying to suppress or give in to the urge, individuals are encouraged to practice acceptance or “riding out the waves of urges” on an imaginary surfboard. The DBT Urge Surfing Technique Handout explains what urge surfing is and guides clients on adopting a non-judgmental stance towards the urge in four steps. It illustrates a wave, along with different stages of the urge, such as the trigger, rise, peak, and fall. Using this handout helps kids and teens learn to manage unwanted urges and emotions, and reduce impulsive behavior, which leads to better self-control. When they feel an urge coming, they can pause and focus on breathing exercises. Our 3-page Urge Surfing Worksheets are a helpful supplement to this handout for those looking to apply and reflect upon the urge surfing technique. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of DBT worksheets and handouts. Resources: Bowen, S., & Marlatt, A. (2009). Surfing the urge: Brief mindfulness-based intervention for college student smokers. Psychology of Addictive Behaviors, 23(4), 666–671. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0017127 Singh, N. N., Lancioni, G. E., Karazsia, B. T., Myers, R. E., Kim, E., Chan, J., Jackman, M. M., McPherson, C. L., & Janson, M. (2019). Surfing the Urge: An informal mindfulness practice for the self-management of aggression by adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science, 12, 170–177. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcbs.2018.10.003