Spring into your class!
Hey there, teacher friends! Spring has finally arrived! As teachers, we know that this season is the perfect time to refresh our classroom and keep our students engaged and motivated. Whether you’re a high school, primary or a specialist teacher, there are plenty of ways to make the most of this Spring season. In this […]
Autumn activities for your class to enjoy!
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 […]
13 Halloween Books and Movies
Hey there, teacher friends! Did you know that October is National Book Month for all our American teachers friends? How cool is that! So let’s kick off October with a real “treat”. As Halloween approaches, many teachers are looking for books and films that they can share with their students to celebrate this holiday season. […]
Vocational Work Skills for students
Hey there, teacher friends! As we prepare our students for the workforce, it’s important to help them develop vocational skills that will set them up for success. In this post, I’ll be sharing some ideas on how you can incorporate vocational skills into your classroom. Let’s dive in! Communication Skills We all know that communication […]
Life Skill Math Fun!
Hey there, teacher friends! Let’s chat Math… I know I can hear some people groaning already…. However Math doesn’t have to be boring and a BIG yawn fest. Mathematics is an essential subject that plays a crucial role in our daily lives, but for many students, it can be a challenging and intimidating subject. As […]
Thanksgiving classroom ideas!
Hey there, teacher friends! We actually have turkeys at our school! We have an agricultural faculty attached to our school. Not kidding! Its awesome! And it always makes me think how Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year for classrooms to come together and celebrate all the things they are thankful for. In this blog […]
7 Christmas class ideas!
Hey there, teacher friends! Christmas is a festive time of year that can be celebrated in special education classrooms in a variety of ways. Let’s jingle all the way into some chris-citing ideas to help you get started! Christmas Crafts Arts and crafts activities are always popular with students. Get your students in the holiday […]
Fun Math Ideas in Sped Education
Hey there, teacher friends! I’m not going to lie, growing up I absolutely despised maths. It was definitely not my strong suit. However, I am now confident enough to know how to work out a discounted sale amount on a rack of clothes and how much change I should get when ordering a coffee – […]
Task Boxes in the Classroom
Hey there, teacher friends! Have you heard of task boxes? I’m assuming you have seen them somewhere…These nifty little tools are a fantastic way to help you in your Special Education classroom! I mean seriously, who knew that these simple tiny colourful boxes can cause a huge wave of awesomeness for any teacher. They come […]
Warm Ups this winter!
Hey there, teacher friends! It’s cold, it’s dark and we are all feeling it! Winter time can bring its own set of challenges for special education classes and its teachers. And yet, as temperatures drop and daylight dwindles, it’s important to keep students engaged and motivated! One way to do this is through daily warm-ups […]