Learning how to resolve conflicts is an important part of a child’s social-emotional development and is an essential life skill. Conflicts are bound to arise in multiple aspects of a child’s life, whether it be at home or at school. Giving children the knowledge and tools to effectively resolve ...
Teaching with interactive books It is never too early for parents to begin teaching their children essential life skills at home. These life skills will help them learn autonomy and, eventually, live independently as adults. Interactive books are a fun and engaging educational tool that covers a wide range ...
The standard classroom supplies go beyond binders, pens, and notebooks for special needs educators. Having calming sensory items and spaces to decompress can mean the difference between a productive day and a day hampered by triggers and meltdowns. We would like to share what we consider to be some ...
The case for STEM in special education STEM, which stands for “science, technology, engineering, and mathematics,” is creating new and exciting opportunities for students with special needs. The main goal of all educators is to ensure their student's success by teaching them necessary life skills while cultivating their natural ...
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, parents and teachers are noticing more inappropriate behaviors, such as acting out disruptively or aggressively among children and teens. Some children with behavioral disorders might seem anxious, withdrawn, or disconnected from everyday reality. In some cases, a child who appears to be oppositional or aggressive ...
Functional math is the equation for better independence We use math in our daily lives all the time to do important things like shop for groceries, pay bills, save for a big purchase, measure ingredients to prepare a meal, and get to work on time. Our ability to live ...