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Student Effort – Free Self Assessment
Helping students reflect on their own effort is one of the most valuable ways to build independence, persistence, and self-awareness. When children pause to think about how hard they tried instead of only focusing on the outcome, they begin to develop a growth mindset and stronger self-regulation skills. To make this process easier, we’ve created […]
Angry Worksheets and Song – Free Printables
Help your students understand anger and cope with big feelings using these angry worksheets and The Angry Song. Anger is a natural and valid emotion, one that everyone experiences from time to time. But for children, especially in school or social settings, learning to manage anger in safe and healthy ways is a crucial part […]
Little Kids, Big Feelings, Smart Strategies
Young learners, especially those with developmental delays or disabilities, often experience more challenges with expressing emotions in safe, healthy ways. Difficulties with executive functioning, communication, or inhibitory control can make it harder for them to recognize emotions, choose appropriate strategies, and advocate for their needs. Without explicit instruction, children may rely on behaviors such as […]
Motor Skills and Independence in Autism
Daily living skills such as dressing, preparing meals, cleaning, and managing self-care are essential for independence across childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. Many autistic children and adolescents experience challenges with motor skills, and research has long suggested a link between motor difficulties and reduced daily living skills. But until recently, it wasn’t clear which specific motor […]
The Personal Space Song
Teaching children how to respect personal space is an important skill for school, play, and life. When students learn to keep appropriate boundaries, the classroom becomes calmer, kinder, and safer for everyone. The Personal Space Song and accompanying Personal Space Poem are designed to help students understand, practice, and remember how to use personal space […]
School Routine Checklist – Free Data Collection Tool
For many students, getting through the daily school routine can be just as challenging as academic work. From finding their classroom in the morning to remembering to pack up at the end of the day, these functional skills require organization, independence, and consistency. Some children may struggle with transitions, self-care, or appropriate social behaviors, making […]
Back to School Activities for Preschool and Up – Free Printables
Getting ready for back to school is the perfect time to focus on building strong foundations for learning. Preschoolers and early elementary students benefit from practicing prewriting skills before moving on to letter formation. This free printable packet of Back to School Activities for Preschool and Up includes 8 engaging pages to help children strengthen […]
Factors That Influence Handwriting Improvement in Children
Even in today’s digital world, handwriting remains a critical skill for school success. Research shows that more than half of early classroom activities involve handwriting tasks such as copying, taking notes, and writing to dictation. When children struggle with legibility or fluency, it can affect their confidence, academic performance, and even self-esteem. Handwriting is a […]
The Power of School-Based Interventions to Build Fundamental Movement Skills
Fundamental movement skills are the foundation for nearly all physical activities children engage in. These include locomotor skills such as running, hopping, and jumping; object control skills such as throwing, catching, and kicking; and stability skills such as balancing and twisting. These skills do not appear automatically. They need to be taught, practiced, and reinforced […]
Free Healthy Habits Quiz
Helping children build strong routines early can set them up for a lifetime of success. This free Healthy Habits Quiz is a fun and simple way for kids to reflect on their choices and learn how small steps add up to big changes. You can download it at the bottom of the post where you […]