When you have the correct resources, using direct instruction in your classroom goes so much smoother. Here are my top 5 recommendations for making direct instruction time go smoother and saves you time. What is direct instruction Direct instruction is an instructional approach to ... Read More about Direct Instruction Must Haves
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Integrate Academics & Motor Skills Effectively
Our students have many needs, so we need to constantly be on the look out for ways to integrate multiple skills at the same time... and of course it needs to be engaging and interactive to encourage our students to attend and participate. It can feel like a tall order, but here's a simple and ... Read More about Integrate Academics & Motor Skills Effectively
Classroom Management Tools
Strong classroom management skills are a must in special education. Many times our students have deeply rooted behaviors that need to be addressed. Here are 2 classroom management tools that can help you keep students on track without adding in verbal prompts. Affiliate links may be included. ... Read More about Classroom Management Tools
Teach Vocabulary With BINGO
Teaching and practicing vocabulary in a game format, helps students remain engaged and leads to better learning. Vocabulary or theme words are easily added to BINGO and can be adapted with little effort for the different levels in your classroom. I choose 9 words to focus on at a time and ... Read More about Teach Vocabulary With BINGO
Feature, Function, Class Activity- Low Prep
Use this low prep activity to build language and understanding of feature, function and class with your students. It can be used in the classroom while socially distancing or during distance learning. For this activity, students will listen to your direction and then place a sticker or mark ... Read More about Feature, Function, Class Activity- Low Prep
