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Provide your students with sensory activities that enhance learning through touch, sight, sound, and movement. This collection includes sensory bins, tactile explorations, and auditory games. By incorporating these sensory activities into your teaching, you can support engagement and accommodate different learning needs.
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Help Sara Sort Animals - non-identical sorting/grouping activity
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Math, Early Math, Science, Basic Science, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
Help Sara Sort Animals: A Comprehensive Skill-Enhancer Help Sara Sort Animals is a dynamic activity developed to instill vital life and academic skills in children. An essential tool for Grade 6 down to Preschool, this downloadable PDF is suitable for traditional classrooms as well as homeschoolers. Primarily a foundational tool for Math and Basic Science Education,, this resource aims to improve children's understanding of the world through attributes-based categorization such as colour, size, or function. This strategy fosters critical thinking abilities along with visual discrimination. An Interactive Journey towards Skill Development: The journey begins with an introduction of two animals – a cat and a dog which form the first animal categories. The same concept is gradually complicated by introducing visually similar beings like cows or horses, honing differentiation skills at each step. A Versatile and Adaptive Learning Tool: Variety of card illustrations (22 differently pictured animals) offer flexibility suiting individual needs. The resource can effectively be tailored making it a truly customizable tool appropriate for diverse learning requirements. This exercise also proffers significant benefits in terms of enhancing visual cognizance parameters among Special Education Needs (SEN). Note:In addition to being used in group sessions or personalized assignments—this material invites repeated interaction thereby ensuring better retention over time! A Wholesome Learning Experience Ensured: If you are seeking an engaging yet systematic approach to education, Help Sara Sort Animals promises just that! Observe as your pupils drastically improve their cognitive abilities while thoroughly enjoying the process.
Author IFIO girl - I'll Figure It Out
Tags Animals, Sorting, Categorization, Visual Discrimination, Attributes
MATCHING & MEMORY CARDS AND WHEELS| FARM ANIMALS
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities
Farm Animals Matching and Memory Learning Activity This early childhood teaching resource helps young students learn to match identical farm animal images and build visual memory. Educators can use the worksheet pages to guide whole-class, small-group, or individual activities. To begin, have students point, color, or draw lines to match the same farm animals. Then, print the pages double-sided to create a matching game or memory cards. Students will match 12 total farm animal photos, with 2 images that serve as distractors to engage critical thinking. This versatile resource allows flexible implementation for preschool to 1st grade, special education needs, or even homeschool. Matching identical images boosts visual discrimination, build working memory, and reinforces farm animal recognition.
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Sped, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Vocabulary, Match To Sample, Minibook, Independent Work, Odd One Out, Semantics, Words Aside
Kelso's Choices – SEL Coloring Pages & Activities
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Mazes
In this SEL coloring page resource, you will receive 3 different Kelso's Choices extension activities. Plus one additional maze in the color green. There is a black and white frog maze, a color by Kelso's Choice frog to color in based on some of the Kelso's choices, and a draw a line from the picture of Kelso the frog doing the Kelso Choice on the right, written out. Kelso's Choices is a great conflict resolution framework that explains 9 different ways to solve small problems; walk away, talk it out, apologize, ignore, go to another game, wait and cool off, tell them to stop, share and take turns, and make a deal. These choices can teach students how to solve small problems by themselves, thus reducing the need for tattling. You can use these activities after teaching an SEL class on Kelso's choices, big and small problems, and which adult to tell if they are having a big problem. I teach students that if a situation is scary or unsafe, or someone is about to get hurt, they need to tell an adult and it becomes a big problem I also tell students that if they are having a small problem that simply will not go away using a Kelso's choice, they do need to go to an adult for guidance, such as a teacher, parent, babysitter, etc. Otherwise, if someone if cutting them in line, teasing them, taking a marker, not letting them play, not playing by the rules, or doing something to them that is frustrating or annoying, they can empower themselves to use a Kelso's Choice. I have several other Kelso's Choice SEL lessons that can be taught prior to these activities located in my SEL store at Teach Simple. To look at these resources, please visit my SEL store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
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Tags Kelso's Choices, Conflict Resolution, School Counseling, Social-emotional Learning, Sel, Special Education, Sel Coloring Pages, Sel Activities, Maze
Food - sorting non-identical food
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Math, Early Math, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities
Food - Sorting Non-Identical Food: An Educational Resource Food - Sorting Non-Identical Food is an exceptional educational tool designed to augment learners' cognitive skills through the task of organizing non-indact elements. Main Activity : Learners are presented with assorted food items such as hamburgers, cupcakes, and apples. They are tasked with correctly categorizing these items by matching them with corresponding images—stimulating both their critical and creative thinking abilities. Learner Engagement: This hands-on math activity encourages active engagement from the learners, fostering decision-making skills as they assign each food item to its appropriate category. Cognitive Processing: Post-sorting discussions reinforce cognition regarding the categorized groups. Additional discussions can venture into alternative ways of categorizing foods based on different parameters like country of origin or consumption method. Variation and Repeated Use: Repeated use with varying sets of food broadens this learning experience by introducing new challenges for the learner while consolidating learned knowledge—promoting skills in critical thinking, creativity, and categorization; all the while expanding understanding about various food types and their attributes. Inclusions in Resource The resource includes 19 table-scale food sorting cards. Each card is accompanied by six associated non-identical images—one for easier visual recognition by learners! Ease of Implementation This exercise's preparation is straightforward: print out a downloadable PDF document, laminate for durability—ready to use! The ease allows educators flexibility to best introduce content regardless if it's assigned as individual homework or group class activity ; perfect for all grade levels starting from preschool up through grade 11. An Adventure for the Palate and Brain! Take note, this resource covers common foods from pizzas to baked potatoes—an actual feast meant for your stomach and brain both! Grab this versatile teaching aid today!
Author IFIO girl - I'll Figure It Out
Tags Food Sorting, Cognitive Skills, Educational Resource, Critical Thinking, Categorization, Food Sorting Activity
Character Charts, for Comprehension
Common Core, ELA, Special Education Needs (SEN), Special Resources, Elementary, Worksheets & Printables, Activities
Character Chart Activity Packet | Character Traits, Feelings, Evidence & Reading Response Help your students build stronger reading comprehension skills with this Character Chart Activity Packet ! This resource gives elementary students structured, easy-to-use supports for identifying and describing characters in fiction texts. Students will practice noticing what characters look like, say, do, feel, and think , while also learning how to explain character traits with evidence from the story. This packet includes anchor charts, word banks, character trait cards, feelings supports, graphic organizers, short practice passages, writing pages, and differentiated activities for both lower and upper elementary students. Objective The objective of this resource is to help students understand characters more deeply by identifying character traits, feelings, actions, dialogue, problems, changes, and text evidence. Students will move from simple character identification to more complete written and spoken explanations about characters. Order, Outline, and Steps This resource is organized to support clear instruction and gradual skill-building. First, introduce character concepts using the included anchor charts and word banks. Next, teach students how readers learn about characters by looking at what they say, do, feel, and think. Then, use the character trait and feelings cards for vocabulary practice, discussion, sorting, and examples. After that, students can complete character charts using a read-aloud, short passage, independent book, or classroom text. Finally, students can use the extension writing page to turn their chart into a paragraph or written response. Included sections support: What is a character? Looks, says, does, feels Character traits Character trait word bank Character trait cards Character trait cut-and-paste practice Main character vs. secondary characters Feelings word bank Feelings cards Character change chart Character comparison chart Sentence starters Extension writing page Lower elementary character pages Upper elementary character pages Lower elementary short practice passages Upper elementary short practice passages Character Focus sections for guided practice or answer support Grades or Ages This resource is designed for elementary students , with differentiated pages for: Lower Elementary: Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 2nd Grade Upper Elementary: 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, and 5th Grade It can also be used with older students who benefit from structured reading comprehension supports, visual references, sentence starters, or special education accommodations. Implementation Format This resource can be used in many instructional settings, including: Whole-group reading lessons Small-group instruction Special education lessons Reading intervention Speech and language groups Social skills lessons Literacy centers Partner work Independent reading responses Morning work Homework Sub plans Progress monitoring Teachers can use the pages with picture books, short stories, classroom read-alouds, independent reading books, or the included short practice passages. Answer Keys The included Character Focus sections can be used as answer keys, guided examples, or teacher modeling pages. These sections show students how to identify the character, problem, feeling, action, trait, meaningful quote, and evidence from the text. Because many character responses may vary depending on the story or student interpretation, these examples are designed to support discussion and flexible answers. Tags character traits, character chart, character feelings, reading comprehension, story elements, character analysis, character change, character comparison, text evidence, reading response, graphic organizers, fiction comprehension, elementary reading, special education reading, literacy centers, lower elementary reading, upper elementary reading, social emotional learning, SEL reading activities, character trait word bank How to Use and Variations Use the anchor charts at the beginning of a lesson to introduce or review key vocabulary. Read a short story or passage aloud and model how to complete one part of a chart. Then, allow students to complete a chart with teacher support, with a partner, or independently. For students who need more support, teachers can provide choices, complete the chart together, allow drawing instead of writing, use the word banks as visual supports, or have students dictate their answers. For students who are ready for more challenge, ask them to support their answers with text evidence, compare two characters, explain how a character changes, or use the extension page to write a complete paragraph. Variation ideas include: Use character trait cards for sorting activities. Match feelings cards to characters in a story. Use sticky notes while reading to mark character actions, feelings, or dialogue. Have students compare a main character and a secondary character. Use the upper elementary pages for written response or test-prep practice. Use the lower elementary pages for guided practice, read-aloud responses, or visual-supported instruction. Use the included passages for quick comprehension practice or social-emotional learning discussions. Standards This resource supports skills connected to Common Core reading and speaking/listening standards, including: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.3 — Identify characters, settings, and major events in a story. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.3 — Describe characters, settings, and major events in a story using key details. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.3 — Describe how characters in a story respond to major events and challenges. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.3 — Describe characters in a story and explain how their actions contribute to the sequence of events. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.3 — Describe a character, setting, or event in depth using specific details in the text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.3 — Compare and contrast two or more characters, settings, or events in a story, drawing on specific details in the text. This resource also supports speaking and listening skills, written response development, vocabulary development, social-emotional learning, and evidence-based comprehension instruction. File Types This resource is provided as a PowerPoint file , which can be used for printing, projecting, or editing as needed. Number of Pages This resource includes 63 pages/slides .
Author Socially Skilled Kids
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Tags Character Charts, Character Traits, Comprehension
Visual Perception Craft: BOAT
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Crafts, Activities
This is a Visual Perception Craft: BOAT. These are great for printing and displaying during small group. Color, cut and paste and more! These are printed in color or black and white.
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Speech Therapy, Special Education, Occupational Therapy, Craft, Coloring, Scissors, Puzzle, Cut And Glue
Shapes Activities Worksheets Set 37
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Math, Patterns, Early Math, Geometry, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Activities, Games, Worksheets
Shapes Activities Worksheets Set 37 This 3-page set helps build visual perception and cognitive skills in a fun, engaging way. Suitable for educators in classrooms or homeschool settings, these printable worksheets feature matching and copying activities with basic shapes - circles, squares, triangles, and rhombi. The worksheets are designed to be adaptable. Use them for individual tasks, center activities, or homework. Although created with K-2 students in mind, they can benefit learners of any age needing extra shape recognition practice, including special education and speech therapy students. Teachers appreciate the simple, graphic format that incrementally advances students from basic to more complex shape concepts like size and quantity. The versatility also allows creative applications like task cards or mini-books. So add some diversity to your lessons while systematically reinforcing this foundational math skill!
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Math Printable, Geometry, Shapes, Activities, Math Centers, Attributes, Squares, Model Reproduction, Copying, Words Aside
Shapes Activities Worksheets Set 45
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Math, Patterns, Early Math, Geometry, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Activities, Games, Worksheets
Shapes Activities Worksheets Set for Young Learners This 3-page PDF teaches shapes to students in grades K-2 through engaging activities that build visual perception and math skills. Students match, replicate, and connect shapes while differentiating them by size, color, thickness, and filled versus outlined. The progressive complexity scaffold understanding as learners rotate shapes on wheels and draw lines between matching figures like circles, squares, triangles and rhombi. Beyond the classroom, speech and occupational therapists utilize this versatile resource during interventions. The straightforward layout allows use as worksheets, task cards, mini-books, homework, or teaching center activities. With minimalistic yet purposeful design, this practical tool refines early geometry and patterns concepts through multi-sensory shape play.
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Shapes, Activities, Math Printable, Geometry, Centers, Diamonds, Model Reproduction, Matching, Occupational Therapy, Words Aside
5 Physical & Emotional SEL Cubes
P.E. & Health, Special Resources, Physical Education, Health, Yoga, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities
5 Physical & Emotional SEL Cubes: This innovative teaching resource offers an engaging and interactive way of instilling physical and emotional well-being in students from Kindergarten to Grade 5. It includes five distinct Self-Emotional Learning (SEL) cubes that address diverse aspects of personal care, mental health, and physical education. The cubes are designed to stimulate creativity as they are assembled by the students themselves using basic materials like tape or glue. This educational journey begins with a sense of accomplishment the children experience once they create their own unique cubes. Yoga-Themed Cube: Contains poses such as cat, boat, plow, downward dog warrior etc., promoting agility and health awareness at a tender age. Coping Skills-Themed Cube: Encourages activities like reading or writing/ drawing when upset for early introduction to stress management techniques. Movement Oriented Cube: Features robust body movement exercises like wall push-ups or bunny hops for building stamina during childhood Stretching-related Cube: Designed around various stretching techniques that help young learners understand muscle engagement during exercise routines Emotions-derived cube: Enhances emotional intelligence by helping children familiarize themselves with emotions such as happiness or anger with visually representative images. This module not only serves an educational purpose but can also be used during counseling sessions or can even be brought into use during mini mind-breaks amidst classroom schedules. The SEL cube set is available in a printable PDF format that ensures easy duplication across larger student batches making it highly beneficial for wider academic applications – contributing significantly towards integrated cognitive development needs spanning diverse grade levels. The key takeaway of these modules is fostering practical wisdom which has been shown to make lasting impressions in young minds. The comprehensive module makes a holistic approach towards learning, teaching practices that truly personify the essence of 21st-century pedagogy.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags SEL Cubes, Physical Health, Emotional Well-being, Interactive Learning, Stress Management, Sel Physical Education Activities, Sel In Physical Education
Cognitive Processing Mental Function Boost Activities 3
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Math, Patterns, Early Math, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Cognitive Processing Mental Function Boost Activities 3 . This is a comprehensive resource devoted to enhancing various cognitive functions like perception, attention, working memory, planning and drawing conclusions . It serves as an insightful addition to any teacher's classroom materials focused on honing mental faculties and analytical abilities of emerging learners . Product Details : The product is a 51 - page PDF that includes two primary sections: Boards and Individual Cards . The first section consists of eight pages of creatively designed boards with 35 spots each rich in various elements such as number symbols, colors and signs . A preview of these exciting boards can be viewed in the product preview . Individual Cards . The second part features an expansive set of 37 pages with individual cards that exactly replicate the elements showcased on the corresponding board spots . Versatility & Adaptability . This comprehensive kit can facilitate pattern recognition activities whether in one-to-one sessions or group classes ranging from static classroom settings to dynamic environments involving movement such as school yards . Moreover, it beautifully accommodates nonverbal direction following activity or instructions expressed through small-keyword sentences suiting differentiated instruction strategies as per each student's learning style . Grade Suitability & Curriculum Integration . The ideal grades catered by this resource are Preschool up till Grade 2 that aligns perfectly well into Special Resources and Math curriculum while directly addressing subdomains including Special Educational Needs ( SEN ), Early Math concepts identification through Pattern Worksheets type resources . Availability & Utility . Available for both public-school teaching or homeschooling lessons formats owing to its accessible file type (PDF) for easy printing out making it a convenient cut-and-paste activity tool digitally delivered straight from your TeachSimple account! Any educator seeking inventive material for cognitive enhancement would find this detailed resource incredibly beneficial . 51 - page PDF .
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Cognitive Processing, Mental Function, Perception, Attention, Pattern Recognition, Concentration, Visual, Boards, Centers, Words Aside
Apple Feelings Spinner | Fall Emotions Wheel | SEL Feelings Check-In
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Fall, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Crafts, Worksheets & Printables, Projects
Say goodbye to boring feelings check-ins and say hello to interactive, self-awareness activities your students will love! Your students will love this highly engaging activity with perfect fall visuals that make the perfect fall feelings craft for K-3rd grades. This feelings spinner activity helps students learn to identify and express their emotions through a fun, hands-on fall-themed craft. It’s perfect for early elementary students and can be used in classrooms or in counseling settings! What’s Included: 🌟Spinner cover (apple-themed) 🌟Spinner with 8 different emotions 🌟Assembly instructions 🌟Ink-friendly version for easy printing Not only is this activity interactive , but it's also low-tech ! With no fancy tools or digital setup, all you have to do is print, cut, and spin which makes it the perfect low-prep activity! Whether you’re running a small counseling group, supporting students with IEP social-emotional goals, or introducing SEL lessons to your whole class, this resource saves you time while keeping students actively involved in their own emotional learning. Different Ways To Use: ♥️ Morning meetings or daily feelings check-ins ♥️ Counseling sessions focused on emotion identification ♥️ SEL small groups or Tier 1 intervention ♥️ Calm-down corners or self-regulation centers ♥️ Seasonal crafts for Counseling sessions Whether you’re introducing emotional vocabulary or reinforcing self-awareness skills, this feelings spinner makes lesson planning easier for you and learning more engaging for your students. Grab this Fall Feelings Spinner today and make your counseling check-ins more engaging, interactive, and fun for your students!
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
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Tags Fall Feelings, Fall Feelings Check In, Feelings Check In, Feelings Identification, Feelings Crafts, Fall Crafts, Fall Feelings Crafts, Feelings Activities, Counseling Activities, Fall Counseling Activities
Auditory Memory Activity Boom Cards
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
Auditory Memory Activity Boom Cards The Auditory Memory Activity Boom Cards can be defined as a flexible resource for teachers nurturing students from preschool to Grade 3. This inventive asset is applicable in both physical and virtual classrooms. The primary goal of this teaching tool is to promote the enhancement of auditory memory among children through an easy-to-understand approach. Using this resource stimulates their listening skills, combined with cognitive function. The outcome involves children grasping and carrying out instructions around shapes and colors. Process Outline The activity kicks off with straightforward stages where pupils hear explicit guidance about placing a color or shape in a basket. As they progress, the intricacy increases gradually with each instruction moderating the flow, thereby facilitating adequate challenges coupled with incremental learning opportunities. In conclusion, students are meant to remember two factors: both shape and color assignments concurrently. Thus this proves their multitasking ability while also imparting knowledge on short term memory building exercises- making it suitable for brain training activities that kids will find enjoyable whilst gaining critical life skills. About the Set This set consists of nine Boom Cards in total; four cards dedicated explicitly for providing lucid auditory orders and another four cards guiding learners through executing previous instructions received. Notably, these Boom Cards provide immediate feedback allowing "self-checking". Fostering Independent Thinking & Growth Mindset The brain-teaser activity presents an interactive drag-and-drop layout that can be easily integrated into your curriculum encouraging independent thinking among young learners thus fostering growth mindset especially in implementing Special Education Needs (SEN) lessons irrespective of whether it's small group settings or whole class scenarios centrally focusing on enhancing key learning attributes such as attentive listening coupled with coherent thinking – all within a sole dynamic platform!
Author Colleen's Cosmic Collection
Tags Auditory Memory, Listening Skills, Cognitive Development, Brain Training, Interactive Learning
SEL Stress Management Game + Coloring Pages
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Life Skills, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
In this resource, you will get an engaging game like Apples To Apples. There are 36 strategy cards and 18 situation cards. This is an SEL game. Each person takes a turn with being the judge like Apples to Apples. It is important to make enough sets for the number of groups who will be playing. for example, I recommend at least 3-5 people playing together for each group. So if there are 20 students, then create at least 5 different sets of the cards, Then follow the directions for the game below: First, everyone gets 5 strategy cards. There is no revealing the cards to other players. Then one person is chosen to be the "judge" for the first round. I usually pick the oldest person to make it fair. The judge reveals the card to all and even can read the card out loud. The the other players choose one of their strategy cards to handle that particular situation. Then the judge decides which one they would use. Important; there is not right or wrong here, just what one person would do in that situation. Next the next player goes (usually counter clockwise) to who will be the judge. The person will reveal the situation and the other players will play their strategy card. Play as long as time allows. Next, you can print off the mindfulness coloring sheets for students to color and reinforce the idea or coloring mindfully when they are upset, frustrate, need some time alone, etc. There is a way to change the word and position of the word in the mindfulness coloring sheet. These are SEL coloring pages. For more SEL resources and products, please visit my SEL store at: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor I am a full-time school counselor who works with kindergarten through 8th graders. My products are "kid tested, kid approved"!
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
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Tags Apples To Apples, Games, Stress Management, Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning, School Counseling, SEL, SEL Coloring Pages, Special Education
VISUAL PERCEPTION: model reproduction sheets mats boards
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Math, Patterns, Early Math, Not Grade Specific, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Visual Perception: Model Reproduction Sheets Mats Boards . This resource is an essential addition to any educator's collection of teaching materials . It provides a variety of colorful and engaging model reproduction pages that can enhance the learning experience for students, particularly those with Special Education Needs ( SEN ) . Comprises different forms of activities such as cut-and-paste, lamination with hook and loop usage, look-and-draw exercises . Takes an interactive approach to developing children's visual perception skills . Inclusive Teaching Means in Today's Diverse Classrooms . The Visual Perception model reproduction sheets are designed to meet the needs of today's diverse classrooms . The materials can be adapted for whole- group instruction or used in smaller group work settings for more targeted learning . Bonus : The resources also serve as independent workbooks or task box resources for individual learners . Homeschool Benefit : This makes them highly beneficial for homeschoolers seeking new ways to encourage self- learning among their children . Integration into Daily Curriculum Routine Aimed at SEN Students . The visually dynamic mats boards provide tangible and humorous avenues through which concepts may be further understood and reinforced . The engaging nature of the pages motivates learners who typically require repetitive reinforcement . Note : All teachers need is access to basic office supplies like scissors and a laminating machine alongside the willingness to animate their classroom environment fostering independence especially among special- needs learners . In closing, these mats will prove an indispensable tool by aiding educators' efforts in nurturing more inclusive environments where every learner’s potential can be maximized . 15 - page PDF .
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Visual Perception, Model Reproduction, Fine Motor Skills, Special Education Needs, Inclusive Education, Task Cards, Independent Work, Centers, Stations, Words Aside
Editable Parent Letter – Inform Families About Your School Dog
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Animals, Life Sciences, Science, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, High School, Middle School, Elementary, Early Learning, Homeschool Resources, Not Grade Specific, Adult Education, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Projects, Activities, Door Decor, Presentations, Teacher Tools, Templates, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
Editable Parent Letter Inform Families About Your School Dog in a Clear & Supportive Way 🐶📄 Bringing a therapy dog into your school is an exciting step, but it’s important that parents feel informed, comfortable, and confident about how the dog will be integrated into school life. Whether your dog is in training or already a certified school therapy dog, this editable parent letter gives you a professional yet approachable way to communicate with families. Save time with a ready-to-use structure, while still being able to personalize details to fit your specific school dog program. This letter template helps explain the purpose, benefits, and guidelines of having a school dog while addressing common parent questions and concerns. 🐾 What Makes This Parent Letter So Helpful? ✔ Saves You Time – A clear, structured letter that you can edit to match your school and dog’s situation. ✔ Three Customizable Versions – Whether your dog is in training or fully certified, choose the letter that fits best. ✔ Reassures Parents – Provides families with transparent information about safety, learning benefits, and school policies. ✔ Professional Yet Friendly – A warm, engaging tone that helps build trust with parents. ✔ Completely Editable – Customize in PowerPoint or Keynote, or print the ready-to-use PDF version. 📌 What’s Included? 📥 Three Different Parent Letter Versions: 📝 Therapy Dog in Training – A welcoming letter introducing the school dog’s role during training. 📑 Therapy Dog in Training (Formal Version) – A more structured, professional-style letter. 📜 Certified Therapy Dog – A letter that presents the fully trained dog and highlights its impact. 🎨 Design Options: ✔ Each version comes in five colors + a black-and-white option. 📌 Formats Included: 📄 PDF – Ready to print and use as-is. 🎞 PowerPoint & Keynote – Fully editable, allowing you to personalize names, school details, and policies. 💡 How to Use This Parent Letter 📍 Step 1: Choose the version that best fits your therapy dog program. 📍 Step 2: Edit the content (if needed) to include specific school information. 📍 Step 3: Print or email the letter to parents before introducing the dog. 📍 Step 4: Use it for school board approvals or staff meetings as a formal introduction. 💡 Bonus Tip: Laminate the letter and keep a copy in your classroom or school office for reference! 🌟 Why Teachers & Therapy Dog Handlers Love This Resource ✔ “This saved me so much time! I just edited the details, and it was ready to send.” ✔ “Parents felt reassured because everything was clearly explained.” ✔ “The different versions were perfect—I could choose the one that fit our situation best.” 🐶 Make Parent Communication Easy & Stress-Free! Having a therapy dog in school is a wonderful opportunity—but keeping parents informed is key. This editable parent letter gives you the perfect way to explain everything professionally, warmly, and clearly. 📥 Download now and confidently introduce your school dog to families! 🐾✨ 📍 Best wishes, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨
Author Lernfitness
Tags Therapy Dog, Animal-assisted Learning, Inclusive Education Tools, Therapy Dog Rules, Classroom Pet Guidelines, Therapy Dog In School, Social-emotional Learning, SEL, Dog, Parent Letter
Picture to Picture Matching
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Not Grade Specific, Activities
Picture to Picture Matching - A Comprehensive Teaching Resource This exceptional tool Picture to Picture Matching aims to assist learners in matching identical pictures. It serves as a crucial way to foster pre-reading skills amongst children by honing visual distinguishing abilities over the reliance on tactile sensations. The activity acts as a stepping stone for learners by aiding them in making finer distinctions between objects based purely on sight. This valuable skill has potential implications across different learning scenarios – from recognizing letters and words while reading, differentiating shapes during geometry lessons or even identifying human emotions in social studies! Meticulously crafted: Every aspect has been meticulously crafted with experts' advice for seamless practice across a variety of settings: large group classroom exercises or small group interventions. Inclusive: Parents homeschooling their children will find this equally useful. The Package: Users receive 9 base boards along with 9 picture cards each – all ready to match! Content broken down into manageable chunks to keep engagement alive without overwhelming young learners. Durable & reusable: Just laminate the sheets and apply Velcro strips! Ready for repeated use without showing any wear or tear. 'Special Resources': Pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) as well as any child interested in learning through visuals can greatly benefit from these challenges at their own pace. In consideration of its engagement value and educational dividends, "Picture to Picture Matching"is a remarkable addition that caters universally and captivates individually. Not just another PDF file type activity download, but an invaluable addition indeed! This set includes 9 base boards each with 9 picture cards to match. Clipart images courtesy of Kari Bolt Clipart
Author SEN Resource Source
Tags Pre-reading Skills, Visual Distinction, Learning Resource, Educational Tool, Picture Matching
Language Vocabulary Flashcards ESL 45
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, ESL, Speech Therapy, Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Not Grade Specific, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Centers, Activities, Classroom Decor, Word Walls
Boost your English Vocabulary Language skills with these fun and interactive flashcards resource series ! They' re perfect for kids and adults, whether you' re a native English speaker or learning English as a Foreign / Second Language . These cards are designed to help you build everyday vocabulary and communication skills, with pictures and words that match real- life contexts . You can use them in a class setting, one-on-one with a tutor, or even at home, whether for fun or educational purposes . The cards cover all sorts of modern topics, like animals, clothes, hobbies, food, and many many more . They' re super versatile and can be used in many subjects, from science to language arts . With this resource, you can create your personal " go-to " folder, for all ages and subjects . Here' s what you instantly get with this download : A4- sized cards with pictures and words and one set with just pictures . Smaller cards with pictures and words and one set with just pictures ( 6 on a page ) . Smaller cards with just words ( 6 on a page, no pictures ) . These cards are perfect for : English language learners . Students with learning difficulties . Occupational therapists . Speech and Language therapists / pathologists . Classroom teachers ( in mainstream or special education ) . So, get ready to have fun and improve your language vocabulary skills ! 4 1 PDF pages with vocabulary flash cards, in two size versions, with and without words . Print and laminate for better application . Use on your screens to save on ink and paper ! For more P D F materials and educational and therapy resources on language, special education, numeracy, basic math and pictorial / manipulative approach to learning, you can click WORDS ASIDE
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Oral Communication, Social Skills, Pragmatics, Speech, Occupational Therapy, SEN, Centers, Mini Books, Esl, Words Aside
Therapy Dog Introduction Presentation – Editable PowerPoint & Keynote
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Animals, Life Sciences, Science, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, High School, Middle School, Elementary, Early Learning, Pre-K, Adult Education, Not Grade Specific, Projects, Activities, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Graphic Organizers
Bringing a School Dog to Your Classroom? This Editable Presentation Makes It Easy! 🐶📚 Are you planning to introduce a school dog but not sure how to get started? Getting approval from administrators, staff, and parents can feel overwhelming—but don’t worry, you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. When I introduced my own school dog, I needed a way to clearly explain the benefits, answer concerns, and outline how everything would work. So, I created this editable presentation to help structure the conversation. It worked so well that I’m now sharing it with you—so you don’t have to start from scratch! This customizable PowerPoint & Keynote presentation gives you a solid foundation to introduce your school dogin a professional, structured, and engaging way. 🐾 Why This Presentation Will Help You ✔ Saves You Time – A structured presentation is already made—you just add your own details! ✔ Fully Editable – Customize it with your dog’s name, photos, and school-specific policies. ✔ Helps You Get Approval – Use it in meetings with teachers, administrators, parents, and school boards. ✔ Addresses Common Concerns – Covers allergies, student interactions, safety, and daily routines. ✔ Perfect for New Handlers – If this is your first time introducing a school dog, this will guide you through the process. 📌 What’s Included? 📜 Editable Presentation in Two Formats: 🎞 PowerPoint (PPTX) & Keynote (Mac) – Choose the format that works best for you. 📌 Topics Covered in the Slides: 🐶 Why Have a School Dog? – The benefits for students, teachers, and the school environment. 🐶 Rules & Responsibilities – What staff and students need to know. 🐶 Safety Considerations – Managing allergies, fears, and interactions. 🐶 Daily Routine & Expectations – How the school dog fits into everyday learning. 🐶 Steps for Getting Approval – A structured way to present your plan. 💡 How to Use This Presentation 📍 Step 1: Edit the Slides – Add your school dog’s details, school policies, and any specific requirements. 📍 Step 2: Present to Staff & Administrators – Use it at teacher meetings, school board discussions, or parent Q&A sessions. 📍 Step 3: Prepare for Questions – The slides cover all key concerns, so you’ll feel confident presenting. 📍 Step 4: Introduce It to Students – Once approved, use the slides to help students understand how to behave around the dog. 🌟 What Teachers Are Saying ✔ “This made introducing our school dog so much easier! It gave me a clear plan and professional slides to support my proposal.” ✔ “I was nervous about getting approval, but this presentation covered everything I needed to explain.” ✔ “It saved me so much time! I just added my dog’s name and our school’s info, and I was ready to go.” 🐶 Make Your School Dog Introduction a Success! Bringing a school dog into the classroom is a wonderful opportunity—but proper planning is essential. This ready-to-use, editable presentation will help you explain everything clearly, gain approval, and ensure that your school dog is welcomed into the community in the best way possible. 📥 Download it now and take the first step toward making your school dog a reality! 🐾✨ 📍 Best wishes, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨
Author Lernfitness
Tags Therapy Dog, Animal-assisted Learning, Inclusive Education Tools, Therapy Dog Rules, Classroom Pet Guidelines, Therapy Dog In School, Social-emotional Learning, SEL, Therapy Dog Introduction
Animated Recipe: Brownies VI
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities
Animated Recipe: Brownies VI Animated Recipe: Brownies VI is a dynamic teaching tool designed for students from kindergarten to grade 2. Delivered in a 16-slide Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, it utilizes baking - an activity loved by children, to teach essential learning skills. Main Features Presentation format that offers interactive engagement. Mix of literacy instruction and language development lessons. Animations bringing life to the read text and enhancing understanding. Specially curated for students with Visual Impairments (VI). Includes animations with built-in movements for better attention retention. Note: Requires Microsoft PowerPoint Software. Catering Special Needs The product design takes into account the needs of physically challenged students as well. It includes features like high contrast graphics and texts, sound effects providing auditory support, and a special 'safe zone' integrated within page numbers which assists during switch training scenarios — particularly beneficial for SEN (Special Educational Needs) students who find task-switching challenging. Versatility This resource can be flexibly displayed on various devices like interactive whiteboards, large screen TVs or individual computer monitors; as well it's compatible with iPad/Android tablets or even iPhones using the free Microsoft PowerPoint app. Perfect for both whole-group instruction or small group activities. An effective fusion of education with entertainment makes Animated Recipe: Brownies VI a valuable part of your teaching toolkit suitable in both traditional classrooms or homeschooling setups.
Author Bloom Resources
Tags Baking, Interactive, Visual Impairment, Literacy Instruction, Inclusion
Strategy Mastermind: Thinking Like a Gamer to Solve Real-World Problem
Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, STEM, Research, Mental Health, P.E. & Health, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Games, Activities, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Word Problems, Worksheets & Printables, Workbooks
Unlock Your Child’s Potential with the Ultimate Guide to Strategic Thinking—Inspired by Gaming! “Strategy Mastermind: Thinking Like a Gamer to Solve Real-World Problems” is more than just another study guide. This powerful book is the key to unlocking the excitement of gaming while incorporating the skills required in everyday life. This book was written specifically for the middle school and high school audience to see the potential in using the skills learned by being a gamer to excel in school, interpersonal relationships, or any desired professions. By means of 80 fascinating chapters, learners will be able to: Break down complex challenges like defeating a boss into smaller steps that are manageable. Master resource management—time, attention, and energy, same as in-game inventory. Cultivate critical thinking skills through the observation of patterns, weaknesses, and "game mechanisms" in the real world. Develop a resilient and adaptable personality by learning and learning and learning, and by learning through failure. The application of Game Theory to Teamwork, Negotiation, and Strategic Planning. "Strategy Mastermind" is filled to the brim with analogies that are easy to understand, exercises that help improve learning skills, and real-world cases that turn learning problems into thrilling missions. It will be of immense help to students irrespective of the fact that their parents are gamers or that they themselves are one. Why Parents/Schools Love It Transforms a Possible Distraction into a Learning Device: Capitalizing on the innate passion for gaming that most students have, it offers learning opportunities related to discipline, planning, and critical thinking. Fosters Real-World Readiness Skills: These skills include time management, regulating one’s emotions, teamwork skills, and making ethical decisions. These skills can be very useful in the classroom as well as when Cultivates Growth Mindset: Teaches students to be resilient, adaptable, and learn from failures, which are all important for lifelong achievements Easy to Implement: Every chapter contains strategies, stories, and reflective questions designed for easy implementation in the classroom, a study session, or the homeschool. Relevance to the Modern Educational Scene: This textbook aligns with the modern education scenario because: It supports STEM education. It supports SEL education. It lends itself to the development of Target Audience by Class/Grade PRIMARY TARGET: Grades 7-12 (Ages Perfectly suited to a middle school and high school audience to help gaming-minded students leverage their gaming skills to succeed in academics and life. Secondary Audience: Highly able Grade 5-6 pupils (if interested in academics) College freshmen and young adults in search of basic strategic and life skills. Educators & Parents interested in new methods to integrate students' involvement in SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) and executive functions. Copyright/Terms of Use This Book is copyrighted by Syed Hammad Rizvi. This educational resource is for personal and classroom use only and cannot be changed or distributed or sold or given away by you or your institution by any means, including but not limited to being posted or shared on the Internet and available for download by everyone. For the purpose of sharing the resource among colleagues, you need to consider acquiring licenses from Teachsimple. This product has been happily made available to me by Syed Hammad Rizvi
Author Creative Book Store
Rating
Tags StrategyMastermind, GamerMindset, TeenSuccess, StudentMotivation, LearningThroughGaming, ParentingTips, EdTech, 21stCenturySkills, GrowthMindset, BookLaunch
Reading Writing Games | Word Definitions 2
Special Resources, ELA, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, ESL, Writing, Handwriting, Vocabulary, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities
This series of PDF resources focuses on identifying noun concepts, with engaging visualizations ( pictures and graphic arrangements ) of vocabulary by topic. The activity materials in this assignment are designed to help students develop their vocabulary and reading comprehension skills through interactive activities and real-life examples. It includes clear definitions of words from common categories and can also serve as discussion prompts to encourage critical and analytical thinking, deepen your understanding of the language, and improve your communication skills . This resource is designed to be accessible and engaging to all students . Ideal for teaching English as a Second Language and intervention sessions on learning difficulties. Clear and concise language, visual aids and interactive activities help students easily understand and remember information, integrating visual and kinesthetic elements. You can choose from a variety of worksheets that suit your student's level, interests, and printing preferences. Each category topic includes : 2 sets of Flash cards ( definition sentence / image, image / definition sentence ) 2 sets of Flash cards ( definition word / phrase, definition phrase / word ) 3 Anagram strings ( mixed letters of single words or in definition text ) 1 Crossword ( word definition ) 2 sets of linked activities Draw a Line ( definition / image, image / definition ) 2 sets of matching activities Draw a line ( word / definition, definition / word ) 2 series of Quizzes ( definition / image, image / definition ) 2 series of Quizzes ( word / definition, definition / word ) 3 Wheels of Fortune ( words, definitions, images ) 1 Word Search page for ( word definition ) 2 Writing Boards ( words, definitions ) 2 Blank Boards ( words, definitions ) * Use as-is or create your own board games, like Snap, Memory, Match to Sample, and Knowledge Races . Distribute it as morning exercises, quiet time and focus activities, independent workbooks, or fun homework . 48 PDF Pages
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Esl, Word Defining, Semantics, Word Search, Anagram, Flash Cards, Centers, Crossword, Categories, Words Aside
NUMBER AND QUANTITY CUSTOM CARDS | COLOR TRACE | ghost
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Special Education Needs (SEN), Math, Numbers, Place Value, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities, Crafts, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Worksheets
NUMBER AND QUANTITY CUSTOM CARDS | COLOR TRACE | ghost Embrace the creative aspect of learning with the NUMBER AND QUANTITY CUSTOM CARDS. This practical, user-friendly teaching resource enables educators to infuse math basics with visual and interactive exercises. Crafted to reinforce numeracy skills, this product offers various uses in enhancing early math lessons. This set is tailor-made for sharpening both cognitive and motor skills among preschoolers, kindergarten pupils, and first graders. With a delightful ghost theme engaging young learners, it adds a touch of fun while working on number symbols and their corresponding quantities. The NUMBERS AND QUANTITY custom cards transcend beyond traditional flashcards or task cards' norms because these can be utilized as custom books - an innovative approach that gives students more engaging material than simple worksheets. This capability transforms this tool into versatile reading materials that can easily spark interest in kids. Bulletin board pins/ Classroom Decoration: These unique resources serve as enchanting bulletin board pins and decoration or customizable posters in classrooms - making your class environment more child-friendly while subtly intensifying daily encounters with numbers. Fabulous Homework Assignments: They make fabulous homework assignments during weekends or school break periods too. Used as task cards for morning work or during small group activities provide another way this tool can be effective at reiterating crucial numerical abilities. A4 Size Compatibility: Its A4 size compatibility makes them easy partners for common math manipulatives such as cubes or play bricks – giving an additional multisensory approach advantageous for Special Education Needs (SEN) students' learning process—marking it an exceptional inclusion under Special Resources. The set includes two sets for each number from 1-10; one ready-to-be-colored by the student and another designed to reinforce trace writing skills – providing both art & music infused fun during homeschooling or classroom sessions! In conclusion, the NUMBER AND QUANTITY CUSTOM CARDS offer crafty fun learning alternative pouring serious importance on developing your child's early numeracy skills. Its capacity to engage young learners in various ways, its flexibility being used either in the classroom or at home, makes it a valuable addition to your teaching arsenal.
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Cognitive Skills, Motor Skills, Hand Eye Coordination, Math Centers, Math Craft, Fun Math, Math Stations, Numeracy, Homeschooling, Words Aside
Functional Life Skills: How to Schedule an Appointment
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Life Studies, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Career, Grade 10, 11, 12, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Functional Life Skills: How to Schedule an Appointment This resource is a meticulously designed teaching tool crafted to nurture independence among high school students. Its primary goal is to familiarize students with the procedures involved in planning, rescheduling, and canceling personal or professional appointments. Main Framework: An agenda that covers assessing availability through calendar -checking before an in-home appointment. The ability to understand the nuances of scheduling an appliance repair appointment. A focus on necessary safety measures when meeting strangers and skillset required for effectively canceling or rescheduling appointments. Resource Components: This comprehensive bundle comes with a 28-question reading comprehension activity which helps engender essential life skills, fostering increased self-dependency at home and within their community's various learning environments. This activity will assist high school students in developing the necessary life skills to become more independent at school, at home, and in their communities. A great place to use this handout is in special education classes or in one-to-one settings, such as ABA therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) sessions. High school students who are working on independent living would benefit significantly from this activity for defining, setting, and measuring IEP goals. In addition to interactive instruction, this resource is ideal for hands-on and community-based learning. Engage your special education class with this highly interactive High School Vocational Skills Activity! This activity contains step-by-step instructions, questions, and answers that reinforce learning, age-appropriate graphics, real-world examples, and ideas for implementation. This is the perfect special education activity for grade 10, grade 11, grade 12, and autism life skill centers. This special education life skills handout was designed to assist teens and adults with difficulties developing independent living skills. It's a printable, easy-to-use activity ready to hand out! Related Products for Developing Independent Living Skills How to Schedule an Appointment How to Fill Out a Job Application How to Create an Emergency Exit Plan How to Create a Strong Password A PDF with 17 unique pages. Color and black-and-white versions of each page are available for this pdf resource.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Schedule Appointment, Life Skills, Independent Living, High School Students, Special Education
Sort/Group by color - Boy version
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Math, Early Math, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities
-BOY VERSION- Why we teach sorting and grouping - Sorting and grouping are important skills for young children to learn because they lay the foundation for many other important academic and life skills. Sorting and grouping involve categorizing objects based on common attributes such as color, shape, size, and function. These skills help children to understand and make sense of the world around them. This is a color sorting activity for early learners. This activity is simple, engaging and can help children develop their cognitive, motor and social skills. To conduct this activity , you will need two large cards - one red and one blue, and twelve smaller cards - six cards that are blue and six cards that are red. (There are multiple types of color cards to choose from 1) square color cards 2) square color card with the word of the color on the card 3) identical shirt color card 4) color word cards. These different smaller cards adds variety and interest to the activity and helps individualize to different learners. Here are the steps for conducting this activity : 1. Start by introducing the two large color cards to the children and ask them to identify the colors. 2. Then, show them the smaller cards and ask them to identify the colors of these cards as well. 3. Explain to the children that they need to sort the smaller cards onto the larger color cards based on their colors. 4. Model the activity by sorting a few cards yourself and asking the children to observe. Once you have modeled the activity , give each child a set of smaller cards and ask them to sort them onto the corresponding color card. As the children are sorting, observe and offer support and guidance as needed. This color sorting activity is a great way to help young children develop their visual discrimination skills, color recognition skills, and cognitive skills. It also promotes socialization and communication skills as children share their thoughts and ideas with each other. This activity is EASY to assemble and easy to individualize print laminate cut - once velcro You can coil bind this activity or simply place it in a three ring binder. ENJOY! IFIO girl I'll Figure it Out
Author IFIO girl - I'll Figure It Out
Tags Visual Discrimination, Early Intervention, Autism, Discrete Trial, ABLLS-R B5, Early Learner, ABLLS- R B, Esl, Tasked Based Language Activity, Tasked Based Teaching