Just Because Your Child with Special Needs Can Talk, It Doesn’t’ Mean He or She Can Communicate! You know how to talk, I know how to talk, but have you ever had to explain yourself because you didn’t communicate well? Have you ever had to apologize because something you said didn’t come out the way you intended? Exactly! We’ve all experienced that! So the big question here is why do […]
Read moreHave I got two cool sensory ideas for you! Orbeez is the first product I recently stumbled upon that is so much fun! This is a great alternative to rice, pasta, and sand for your kiddos who love and need sensory! The box comes with several packages of little seed-like granules that puff up into perfect little orbs. You get purple, red and white packets. Fun colors! It’s best to […]
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17
Apr
2013
Easiest iPad Tool Ever!
Easiest iPad Tool Ever! You don’t have to be a techie for this one!!! Just think how cool it would be to have that paperwork you need at your fingertips!!! Mobile, quick, easy, convenient…who knew? Take a look at this week’s video on how you can put information like: IEPs Parent contact info Service Provider info Monthly Appointment Calendars Instructions on “How to” projects Blog ideas Craft ideas Reading Lists […]
Read moreCore Vocabulary: Communication systems for students with special needs What is Core Vocabulary? It’s a small number of words that make up 70 to 90% of what we say everyday. Instead of just labeling items that limits vocabulary to nouns, you can give your students a greater ability to communicate using pieces of grammar to actually formulate phrases and sentences. Communication is power and once a student understands how powerful […]
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05
Mar
2013
Brand Your Classroom!
Brand Your Classroom! What are you talking about Carla?!! I’m talking about doing your own Public Relations for your classroom. I’m talking about creating or enhancing your own style and basically educating the people in your building and school district that it’s a NEW DAY in special education! Has anyone ever asked you the question, “What do you do down there in your room?” or have people said to […]
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