School is tough these days – students have so much homework, activities, sports and more. It is easy to get stuck in a rut rather quickly or to feel like you are not succeeding. Students need all the support they can get. Read more about the importance of a positive attitude for students. It is […]
What is proprioception? Proprioception is the ability of your muscles and joints to determine where they are in space. The proprioceptive nerve endings in the body provide us with the information of where our hands, arms, and legs are in space without having to look at them. The specialized proprioception receptors in the body tell […]
Do you need strategies for fidgety students during group activities? Sensory seeking students may benefit from these suggestions to help improve classroom management. These tips are great anytime for classroom teachers during circle time or large group instruction. Start with a Movement Warm Up Begin the activity with a movement warm up. Depending upon your […]
Do you struggle with figuring out how to increase parent involvement at school? It can be difficult for school-based therapists, teachers and other staff to reach out to parents during the hectic school day. Parents are an integral part of the special education team. They know the most about their children’s strengths, weaknesses, and personal preferences. […]
I love to create visual perceptual puzzles and this cute bunny coloring page and puzzle is adorable. The object of the puzzle is to find the specific bunnies and color them in. Directions for the Cute Bunny Coloring Page and Puzzle Download and print the cute bunny coloring page and puzzle. Read the directions. You […]
Many of us know that there are plenty of benefits of yoga for kids. But… what does the research say? Inquiring minds want to know! Here are 5 evidence-based benefits of yoga for kids. Yoga improves motor skills. One of the benefits of yoga for kids is improvements in motor skills. Research indicates that children […]
Universal design is the idea that activities should be accessible to all people including those with disabilities. When there are multiple ways to present, use and play with a toy, it can help benefit all children to play regardless of their abilities. In short, toys need to engage many senses and require variability of play. […]
What is spatial awareness? The definition of visual-spatial relations is the ability to visually perceive two or more objects in relation to each other and to yourself. Why are visual-spatial relationships important? The ability to determine spatial awareness and relationships is important in everyday tasks at school and at home. You need to interpret what […]
Wow, just wow! We had close to 200 responses to the most recent survey. We asked for your #1 tips and suggestions for writing a GREAT IEP. Thank you to everyone who took the time to respond. Almost all of the responses have been included below. For ease of reading, some duplicate answers were removed. […]
Are you struggling to write measurable IEP goals? IEP stands for an individualized education program. It helps document a plan to help the school staff and the students meet their educational needs. Do you find it difficult to determine if a student is making progress? It is important to understand how to write SMART annual […]