This product includes 7 STAAR formatted comprehension questions for the expository selection "Teen Runner with Disability Races to the Finish Line." The product includes an editable file and a pdf copy. The selection can be found at Newsela.com, but the questions are my own. I have attached the article for your convenience, but is not a part of the product I am selling. I recommend you use the STAAR formatted copy I've provided because some questions refer specifically to certain paragraphs. An answer key with item analysis is included with selection. Here are the TEKS included: 6.9 Fig. 19D 6.10A 6.10D 6.13 Fig. 19D 6.2B Earn credit to use on future purchases: Go to the My Purchases page and you should see a Provide Feedback button. Click on it and you can give a quick rating and leave a short comment on the quality of the product. Your feedback is extremely valuable as it lets me know if the product is aiding in the classroom and if I should create more similar items. Thank you so much for your purchase!
My son has dysgraphia and middle and high school require lots of writing. Here is what I've been doing to teach my teen with dysgraphia writing.
Is your teen ready for adult life? As a parent, you know that transitioning your child from adolescence to adulthood is going to be tough. It's even tougher when they have special needs! Find out what transitional skills will help them become successful adults, what transition services for students with disabilities are available, and transition planning in this blog and our other Special Education Resources at specialedresource.com.
Life skills may need to be specifically trained in kids with disabilities, often though chaining methods. 100+ Indepent Living Skills Checklist included in this post.
Welcome to my new line of disability-inclusive items designed to celebrate diversity and promote inclusivity. The cheerful image has been hand-created using AI software and edited using Canva to produce a lovely reminder that every child, regardless of ability, deserves to feel seen and valued. ✨ Embrace diversity. Celebrate inclusion. Shop now and make a difference! ✨
My son has dysgraphia and middle and high school require lots of writing. Here is what I've been doing to teach my teen with dysgraphia writing.
ADHD is an invisible disability that affects young people. People might notice the obvious signs, but they might not know about the hidden struggles with thinking, feeling, learning, and behaving. Breaking down this barrier is achievable through awareness and information about disabilities like ADHD. This ADHD Invisible Disability Counseling poster/handout gives us a look at how people usually see individuals with ADHD based on their actions. It also discusses less obvious reasons behind these actions. It aims to help everyone understand how these challenges can affect daily life. For parents and teachers, this resource helps increase their awareness of ADHD, helping them benefit from a deeper understanding of their child or student’s condition. They can use it to start conversations about ADHD in their homes and classrooms. For kids or teens who manifest the behaviors listed, parents and teachers can offer support by sharing helpful coping strategies. You can find these strategies in detail on the ADHD Coping Strategies handout. *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 ADHD worksheets and handouts. References: Goodwin, M. (2020). Making the invisible visible: Let’s discuss invisible disabilities. HAPS Educator, Special Issue, 62-73. https://doi.org/10.21692/haps.2020.101 Kistler, Rey, "Trouble Sitting Still Disorder: ADHD Through the Social Model of Disability" (2022). WWU Honors College Senior Projects. 587. https://cedar.wwu.edu/wwu_honors/587 Oslund, C. (2013). Supporting college and University students with invisible disabilities: A guide for faculty and staff working with students with autism, AD/HD, language processing disorders, anxiety, and mental illness. Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Patton, E. (2009). When diagnosis does not always mean disability: The challenge of employees with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Journal of Workplace Behavioral Health, 24(3), 326-343. https://doi.org/10.1080/15555240903176161 Schott, E. (2013). ADHD identity: A conceptual developmental model. The International Journal of Interdisciplinary Social and Community Studies, 7(1), 141-153. https://doi.org/10.18848/2324-7576/cgp/v07i01/53463
I regularly hear, ‘But you’re so young! You aren’t old enough to have chronic pain.’
Are your clients and students as into Encanto as mine are? I don’t know about you, but I constantly have “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” stuck in my head! Over the past few months, I’ve found some creative ways to work the wonderful music from this movie into my sessions in a therapeutic way. Here […]
While you can get gift ideas anywhere, how do you pick something that a young woman with Down syndrome will actually love? Here are some tips.
What’s it like to have dyscalculia? Get a glimpse at how dyscalculia, or a math learning disability, can affect a kid’s everyday life.
My son has dysgraphia and middle and high school require lots of writing. Here is what I've been doing to teach my teen with dysgraphia writing.
Do you have a teen with ADHD? Now is the time to make sure you are training him in life skills for college and into adulthood. Here's how.
When setting up your classroom and lessons to give them the best education, here are some strategies for teaching students with an intellectual disability.
My son has dysgraphia and middle and high school require lots of writing. Here is what I've been doing to teach my teen with dysgraphia writing.
As kids get older, organization becomes ever more important! While it is a critical skill for all ages, kids and young adults are often just learning to develop and strengthen their skills as more responsibilities are added on in their lives. When you think about it, kids and young adults can have a
33 Awesome Disability Awareness Activities and Games for Students of All Ages, special section for elementary or younger students.
Life skills may need to be specifically trained in kids with disabilities, often though chaining methods. 100+ Indepent Living Skills Checklist included in this post.
Read Riley's account of their time in a wilderness therapy program, including their harrowing escape attempt, for insight on the industry at large.
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54 Printable Communication cards / 9 Pages of Visual Communication Cue cards These printable communication cards are perfect for adults, teens and children who are non-verbal or struggle with speaking at times e.g. Autism, Selective Mutism, Learning Disabilities, Non-verbal, Hearing Impaired, recovery from illness / post operation etc. The file consists of 54 pre-made cards in total. If you would like a change in color or font please do get in contact. I can also add additional personalized cards to this set but please contact me within 48 hours after purchase. How to create a communication lanyard; 1. Download the PDF document 2. Print off the pages 3. Cut out the cards 4. Laminate the cards 5. Hole punch 6. Attach to a keyring or lanyard Alternately you can print and use as single cards or print and use as a visual board. Your purchase allows for unlimited print copies. WHAT YOU WILL RECIEVE: 1 PDF file A4 9 Jpegs 300 DPI (high quality) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out my shop for more resources to help Children with Selective Mutism, Autism etc If you are looking for some specific cards expressing particular needs please contact me and I will be happy to design them for you. This is a DIGITAL ITEM Nothing will be sent out in the post. These are handmade - I do not accept returns for digital items however if you come across an issue please do get in contact and I will try to help. Please note that colors may vary from screen to print due to the different types of inks and printers. Recommended to print on good quality paper / card. Our story ________________________________________ How we got our start? We started making communication cards for our own Selective Mute son .Using my professional knowledge I had gained as an Occupational Therapist working in Mental Health, working closely with speech and Language therapists and with teachers, we found new ways to help my son to communicate in the school setting. However, we were frustrated at the fact that the visual cards only covered certain needs or were too childish or too grown up for my child. We just knew there must be a better way. This led to us making our own. What makes our cards unique? Our communication cards come as an instant download, meaning you can print these as soon as you have purchase them. They have all been designed through consultation with customers, combined with our own professional knowledge. Why we love creating printable communication cards? We love helping others with challenges and issues that we have dealt with both on a personal and professional level. Helping others to overcome their challenges is so rewarding especially when one of our products have helped someone and improved their life immeasurably.
The Olympic Games are an exciting global event. The competitions test and showcase the strength, talent, and endurance of the participating athletes.
If left unaddressed, celiac disease can cause adverse complications. Here is an overview of the causes, treatments, and risk factors of celiac disease in teens.
