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In this blog post I'm sharing this St David's Day tasting activity that we have done in the classroom. We love to celebrate St David's D| Teaching Autism
In this blog post I'm sharing this St David's Day tasting activity that we have done in the classroom. We love to celebrate St David's D| Teaching Autism
I'm so excited to share our recent St David's Day card craft in this blog post today. My students this year are enjoying making crafts and| Teaching Autism
Welcome to Teaching Autism! Supporting special educators with resources, training, and guidance to create inclusive, engaging classrooms f| Teaching Autism
What tools help with anxiety in special education? I’m so glad you asked, because this is one of those topics that doesn’t get talked about nearly enough, but has a huge impact on our classrooms, our students, and our sanity. Anxiety shows up in all kinds of ways for our neurodivergent learners. Maybe it looks... The post What Tools Help With Anxiety In Special Education? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
What is scripting and how do I respond to it? This is a question I hear all the time, from teachers, parents, and support staff alike. And I get it. Scripting can be one of those behaviors that’s really misunderstood (and sometimes even unintentionally discouraged), especially if you’re new to working with neurodivergent students. So... The post What Is Scripting And How Do I Respond To It? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Using task boxes for early finishers might just be one of the best classroom hacks you haven’t tried yet. We’ve all been there. You’re knee-deep supporting a student with a meltdown, another one needs help with a toileting accident, and suddenly, BOOM, two students come up to you saying they’ve finished everything and want to... The post Using Task Boxes for Early Finishers appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
My top 10 dinosaur picture books for Pre-K to 2 Special Ed are perfect for bringing a big ROAR of excitement into your classroom while supporting language, engagement, and IEP goals in fun and accessible ways. If you’re anything like me, dinosaurs are an instant win in your special ed classroom. Big, bold, stompy, and... The post My Top 10 Dinosaur Picture Books for Pre-K to 2 Special Ed appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
How do I manage multiple IEP levels in one classroom? Oh friend, if I had a dollar for every time I’ve been asked that (or whispered it to myself mid-chaos), I’d have enough to buy all the laminating pouches and Velcro in the world. It’s one of the biggest challenges we face as special education... The post How Do I Manage Multiple IEP Levels In One Classroom? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Task Box Hacks for Nonverbal Students are one of my favorite things to share because they can make a HUGE difference in how we support communication, independence, and engagement. If you’re working with nonverbal students in a special education classroom, you already know the magic of a good task box. But let me tell you,... The post Task Box Hacks for Nonverbal Students appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Hey there, teacher friend! Today I'm going to be talking all about adding board games to your special ed classroom. If you’ve ever looked| Teaching Autism
Let’s have a heart-to-heart about something that often gets pushed to the side - the importance of social and emotional learning (SEL). I| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I’m sharing some autism friendly theme parks in the US. We love to visit theme parks throughout the summer.. And I’m excited to share some of the autism-friendly ones with you to hopefully help you plan some visits too! Florida Walt Disney World (Orlando) Disney really goes above and beyond... The post Autism-Friendly Theme Parks in the US appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I’m diving into what does function of behavior mean? If you’re working in a special education setting, chances are you’ve heard the phrase “function of behavior” more times than you can count. Maybe in team meetings, maybe in behavior support plans, or maybe it’s that thing you know you’re supposed... The post What Does Function of Behavior Mean? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
I'm so excited to share my feed the zoo animals task box for free with you in this blog post today! If you're anything like me| Teaching Autism
Let’s talk about one of the biggest teacher wins out there: linking life skills and IEP goals. Nothing feels as good as when something fun, functional, and hands-on also hits your IEP targets. That’s exactly what happens when we use life skills centers intentionally – they become more than just “fun Friday” activities. They become... The post Life Skills and IEP Goals – A Special Education Teacher’s Cheat Sheet appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Halloween is such an exciting time in the classroom – but let’s be real, it can also be a bit overwhelming! That’s exactly why I love pulling out my Halloween Adapted Binder this time of year. It’s packed with hands-on, low-prep activities that keep my students engaged, calm, and learning during all the spooky-season excitement.... The post Halloween Adapted Binder for Special Education appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
This facts about bats flip book has been a popular activity every year with my students. We love doing a bat theme.. And we have been lucky enough to visit some local bat sanctuaries over the years too. In this blog post today I’m going to be sharing with you one of our favorite bat... The post Facts About Bats Flip Book appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I'm sharing a look into my Halloween errorless file folder activities. If you’ve been around here for a while, you k| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I’m sharing 10 easy life skills centers that you can set up on a budget.. Or even, possibly for free! All of these centers and hands-on and give your students real-life experiences. Life skills centers are one of my favorite ways to bring real-world learning into the classroom. They’re hands-on,... The post Easy Life Skills Centers You Can Set Up on a Budget appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Let’s be honest: creating a sensory-friendly classroom sounds amazing... until you start pricing things out. Bubble tubes? Hundreds. Crash| Teaching Autism
I’m so excited to write this 5 days to a calmer classroom blog post for you! I get a lot of questions asking about how to help students regulate, manage their behavior and how to do all of this in a classroom set up. So I decided to put together a quick and easy 5... The post 5 Days to a Calmer Classroom : Simple Steps for Special Ed Teachers appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I'm sharing 5 ways to continue learning in snack time. Because, let’s be real, snack time is sacred. It’s that| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I’m going to be sharing 5 ways you can teach life skills in the classroom. If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ll know that I am a MASSIVE fan of teaching life skills to our students. And I really believe in how important a skill this is for... The post 5 Ways You Can Teach Life Skills in the Classroom appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
If you typed 'Why Does My Student Echo Everything I Say?' into Google, you've probably landed here. And in this blog post today I'm going to| Teaching Autism
This St. David's Day daffodil craft is perfect to do with your students to celebrate this March. In this blog post today I'm going to be s| Teaching Autism
If you’ve been sat wondering, ” What’s the best way to set up a self-contained classroom? ” Then you’re in the right place! Setting up a self-contained classroom can feel a bit like trying to assemble IKEA furniture with no instructions… while blindfolded… and being asked to do cartwheels at the same time. You want... The post What’s The Best Way To Set Up A Self-Contained Classroom? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
How to Create a Sensory Room at Home (Without Turning Your House Upside Down) So you’ve got a sensory-seeking kiddo at home, and you’ve been Googling things like “DIY sensory room” or “calm corner ideas” at 2am while stepping over a pile of weighted blankets and fidget toys. I see you. And I’ve got your... The post How to Create a Sensory Room at Home appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
This free build a bridge for the goats to pass task box is the perfect addition to your 3 Billy Goats Gruff activities. In this blog post I’m sharing instructions for how you can use this task box as well as where you can download it for free too. If you’re anything like me, you’ve... The post Build a Bridge for the Goats to Pass Task Box appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Differentiation vs. Individualization – What’s the Difference? Let’s talk about two words that get thrown around a lot in special education: differentiation and individualization. You’ve probably heard them used interchangeably at staff meetings, IEP discussions, and maybe even in the occasional Pinterest-worthy teacher quote. But here’s the thing: they are not the same. And knowing... The post Differentiation vs. Individualization – What’s the Difference? appeared first on Teac...| Teaching Autism
I’m so excited to interview Maria Ostapov from AngelSense today! In this blog post she is going to share some summer safety tips for autistic children with you. This includes preventing wandering and staying safe around water. Summer should be about sunshine, splashing, sandy toes, and sweet memories. But for many families of neurodivergent children,... The post Summer Safety for Autistic Children – GPS Tracking, Water Risks & How to Prevent Wandering appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Have you ever gone to Google and searched ‘What Do I Do When I Feel Overwhelmed As A Special Ed Teacher?’ If you have, you’re not alone. It’s actually a pretty popular Google search and Reddit topic actually. In this blog post today I’m hoping to pull together allll of my years of experience to... The post What Do I Do When I Feel Overwhelmed As A Special Ed Teacher? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
What to do when a routine changes unexpectedly… Let’s be real, routine changes are the nemesis of calm classrooms everywhere. Whether it’s a surprise fire drill, a last-minute assembly, or the dreaded “your class is now eating lunch 12 minutes earlier on Tuesdays for the rest of the year” email, unexpected changes can send our... The post What to Do When a Routine Changes Unexpectedly appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
How do you build trust with a student who displays aggression? If you’ve ever had a student who throws chairs, lashes out, or bites when overwhelmed, first of all, you are not alone. And second… let’s take a breath together. Aggressive behavior in the classroom can be scary, stressful, and downright exhausting. But here’s the... The post How Do You Build Trust With A Student Who Displays Aggression? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
What Does Processing Delay Look Like in Real Life? If you’ve ever asked a student a question and been met with a long pause… and then another pause… and maybe even a squirrel sighting and a nap before an answer comes back, welcome to the world of processing delay. It’s a term we hear all... The post What Does Processing Delay Look Like In Real Life? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
These free ice cream movement break cards are a great way to get your kids moving this summer! If there’s one thing that never fails to bring a smile to my students’ faces (and honestly, mine too), it’s ice cream. So I figured, why not take that love for all things sweet and turn it... The post Free Ice Cream Movement Break Cards appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
How do I talk to parents about behavior concerns? Let’s be honest, bringing up behavior concerns with parents is one of those parts of teaching that can feel super awkward. You don’t want to sound like you’re complaining. You don’t want to make anyone feel judged. And you definitely don’t want to open up a... The post How Do I Talk To Parents About Behavior Concerns? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
These free ocean fine motor tracing cards are the perfect addition to your ocean unit and fine motor skill activities. Let’s be honest… by the time summer rolls around, we’re ALL looking for activities that are low-prep, high-impact, and fun enough to hold our students’ attention for more than five seconds. Bonus points if they... The post Free Ocean Fine Motor Tracing Cards appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
These free shark ten frame play dough mats are the perfect addition to your shark week activities. If there’s one thing that never fails to make my students light up, it’s SHARK WEEK. There’s just something about those toothy grins and the thrill of the ocean that gets kids (and let’s be honest, teachers too!)... The post Free Shark Ten Frame Play Dough Mats appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
5 themes for summer school (that keep students learning and having fun!) Let’s be honest, summer school can be a little… chaotic. Schedules are weird, energy levels are all over the place, and your students are either ready to nap or ready to sprint through a wall. That’s why having a strong theme each week... The post 5 Themes for Summer School appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I’m going to be comparing AngelSense vs. Apple AirTag. I’m going to be talking about the main differences between both and the pros/cons of both. Hopefully this blog post will help you to decide which one you think is the best option for you and your family. Affiliate Disclosure: This... The post AngelSense vs. Apple AirTag – Which is Better for Keeping Kids Safe? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Debunking 5 myths about task boxes is something I’ve been meaning to do for ages.. Because let’s be honest, there’s a LOT of misinformation out there. Whether you’re brand new to task boxes or already have a shelf full of them, you’ve probably heard a few of these myths whispered around the staffroom. So let’s... The post Debunking 5 Myths About Task Boxes appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I’m sharing why autism training should be mandatory in schools.. And where you can get some great online training options too! Alright, so let’s dive in and talk about something that shouldn’t be controversial in 2025 – but somehow still is. Autism training. For all school staff. Required. Non-negotiable. Because... The post Why Autism Training Should Be Mandatory in Schools appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I’m sharing about using AngelSense at theme parks to keep children (or even adults!) safe, especially in large and busy crowds. If you’re heading to a theme park this summer.. Or even if you’ve been wanting to find out more about AngelSense, then you’re in the right place! Affiliate Disclosure:... The post AngelSense at Theme Parks – Keeping Kids Safe in Crowds appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I’m going to help you work out how to pair task boxes with IEP goals. I love to use task boxes, and if you’re anything like me, you know the magic of a good task box. These little powerhouses of structured learning can transform your classroom – keeping students engaged,... The post How to Pair Task Boxes with IEP Goals appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
I’m so excited to share my summer adapted binder with you today! If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ll know already how much I love to use adapted books and adapted binders with my students. I have them in a bunch of different themes, subjects and skills. But these seasonal adapted binders are... The post Summer Adapted Binder for Special Education appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I’m excited to share with you how I prep a whole year of crafts in advance! And I’m telling you.. This is the best thing that I have ever done. I can’t even begin to tell you how much stress and time this saves throughout the year! Ok.. Let’s dive... The post How I Prep a Whole Year of Crafts appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Today I’m giving you a sneak peek inside my special education task box library. This task box library has way over 650 task boxes already along with training, assessments and helpful information for you. If you’ve ever found yourself staring at your classroom shelves wondering how to keep your students engaged and learning with minimal... The post Special Education Task Box Library appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I’m sharing my free feed the dragon 2D shape taco task box with you. This is the perfect task box to add to your Cinco de Mayo activities while also working on 2D shapes. In this blog post you’ll find instructions for how to use this task box and where... The post Free Feed the Dragon 2D Shape Taco Task Box appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Task Boxes vs Centers : What’s the Difference (and Which Should You Use?) Okay, let’s have a chat. You’ve got your classroom set up, the year is rolling along (or maybe just getting started), and you’re staring at your planner thinking “I need independent activities that actually work… and that don’t drive me bananas.” Cue... The post Task Boxes vs Centers appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
I’m so excited to be sharing my special education Google Drive with you today! I made this one for back to school and thousands of teachers all around the world have been using this. Today in this blog post I’m going to be giving you a bit of a peek into what the Google Drive... The post Special Education Google Drive for Back to School appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “What is a special education resource teacher?” – first of all, you’re not alone. Second, you’re in the right place! Let’s break it down in a no-fluff, down-to-earth way. Whether you’re a parent trying to understand your child’s support system or a fellow educator peeking into the magical world... The post What is a Special Education Resource Teacher? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Travel Tips for Neurodivergent Families – Keeping Everyone Safe and Stress-Free Let’s be real for a second, traveling with kids can feel like packing for an expedition across the Sahara, even when you’re just heading to Grandma’s. Add in the unique needs of a neurodivergent child, and suddenly that road trip or airport layover feels... The post Travel Tips for Neurodivergent Families appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I’m answering the question.. What is Clear the List for Teachers? You may have seen the #ClearTheList movement doing the rounds on social media over recent years.. And today I want to share a little bit more about that and how you can get involved in this amazing movement too!... The post What is Clear the List for Teachers? appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
Squeeze the Day with This Free Lemonade Tasting Activity Pack! When life gives you lemons… turn them into an unforgettable learning experience! There’s something magical about theme days in the classroom, they break up the routine, spark curiosity, and create moments that students remember long after the day is over. And what better theme to... The post Free Lemonade Tasting Activity Pack appeared first on Teaching Autism.| Teaching Autism
In this blog post today I'm sharing some of my favourite St David's Day picture books for kids. We love to use picture books in our classro| Teaching Autism
Today on the podcast I'm talking all about autism masking and sensory processing disorder. I receive a lot of messages and emails from you all about masking or camouflaging. And I thought the best way to help answer your questions - was to do a podcast episode on the subject! I love being able to| Teaching Autism - Advice, Resources and Training for Autism and Special Educa...
This free dentist letter matching activity is the perfect addition to your dental health and/or community helpers theme. I use this letter matching activity as part of a sensory bin and my students love it! In this blog post I'm sharing about my sensory bin set up, along with a free printable for you to| Teaching Autism - Advice, Resources and Training for Autism and Special Educa...
This free Martin Luther King craft is perfect to use as part of your Black History Month activities. This craft has worked really well in my| Teaching Autism
