Hey there, teacher friends!
Autumn is a wonderful season for learning and exploring with your special education class.
From the changing leaves to the cooler weather, there are plenty of opportunities to engage your students in sensory experiences, creative projects, and outdoor activities.
Here are some fall teacher ideas to help you get you started this autumn!
Leaf Art
How about some leafy art!
Collect a variety of leaves in different shapes and colours and use them to create leaf art with your students.
You can make leaf rubbings, leaf prints, or leaf collages.
This activity is a great way to encourage creativity and fine motor skills, while also exploring the sensory aspects of the changing season.
Autumn Bulletin Board Stores
We love using our bulletin board – life skills shop tasks in class.
They are sooooo visual in learning simple addition and calculating prices of items. We have real life bulletin board images with prices (various shops created each month) and display them on our classroom whiteboard.
This gives life skills to our classroom and has students order from a real classroom shop! A great activity for this fall!
Click on the link to find out more about this visual Autumn bulletin board
Scavenger Hunt
Create an autumn-themed scavenger hunt for your students to explore the outdoors.
You can include items such as pine cones, acorns, or leaves in different colours.
This activity is a great way to promote problem-solving skills and teamwork, while also getting your students up and moving.
Pumpkin Decorating
Provide your students with small pumpkins and a variety of decorating materials, such as paint, markers, stickers, or sting, and let them decorate their own pumpkins.
This activity is a fun way to encourage creativity and fine motor skills, while also providing an opportunity for self-expression.
So why not take advantage of this season to create unforgettable moments with your students?
By embracing the spirit of autumn and fostering a sense of wonder and curiosity, you can help your students develop a lifelong love of learning and a deeper appreciation for the world around them.
So, what are your favourite Autumn / fall activities to do with your class?
Let us know in the comments below! And if you’re looking for some amazing teaching resources to support your special education students, check out our website for some great ideas!
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