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Free Preschool Switching Tracks Goal Poster
Free Preschool Switching Tracks Goal Poster

Download Activity and Lesson Plan As preschool teachers, we often encounter situations where our little learners find it challenging to adjust to changes in their routine or plans. Teaching them the concept of 'switching tracks,' or adapting to new situations, is...

Free Elementary Thanksgiving Craft
Free Elementary Thanksgiving Craft

Download Activity and Lesson Plan Thanksgiving isn't just about feasts and parades; it's a time for reflection and gratitude. Special educators can bring this spirit into their classrooms with a fun and meaningful craft activity from Everyday Speech. Check out this...

Free Middle School Self-Advocacy Interactive Activity
Free Middle School Self-Advocacy Interactive Activity

Download Activity and Lesson Plan Welcome to our latest resource for middle school special educators! Today, we're focusing on a vital skill for young learners: self-advocacy. This blog post presents a simple, no-prep lesson plan, centered around a "Free Middle School...

Free Elementary Perspective Taking Goal Poster
Free Elementary Perspective Taking Goal Poster

Download Activity and Lesson Plan In need of a resource for teaching perspective-taking to your elementary students? Look no further, download our free elementary perspective-taking goal poster! Teaching Perspective Taking to Elementary Students You can successfully...

Preschool Feelings Detective Activity
Preschool Feelings Detective Activity

Download Activity and Lesson Plan As early childhood and preschool educators, one of the most challenging aspects of the job is helping students navigate big feelings. Despite the challenge, one of the greatest gifts we can give our students is the beginning...

Free Empathy Scenario Cards
Free Empathy Scenario Cards

Download Activity and Lesson Plan Happy National School Psychology Week! This time provides a great opportunity for school psychologists to reflect on the crucial role empathy plays in their work and in student development. Empathy—the ability to understand and share...

Free Shifting the Topic Interactive Activity
Free Shifting the Topic Interactive Activity

Download Activity and Lesson Plan The art of conversation is not just about speaking but also about directing and shifting discussions. For middle schoolers, this skill is especially crucial as they enter more mature social and academic settings. As Speech...

Interactive Self-Reflection Practice for High Schoolers
Interactive Self-Reflection Practice for High Schoolers

Download Activity and Lesson Plan In today's fast-paced educational environment, it's easy to overlook one of the most powerful tools in our arsenal: self-reflection. As special educators, our mission extends beyond just curriculum-based teaching. We aim to empower...

No-Prep Activities

Enhancing Communication Skills with the Background Brief Activity
Enhancing Communication Skills with the Background Brief Activity

Introduction Effective communication is an essential life skill that students need to develop. For students in Special Education, learning to provide adequate background information while telling a story or engaging in a conversation is crucial. The Background Brief...

Stretching Breaks: Calming Minds and Bodies for Elementary Students
Stretching Breaks: Calming Minds and Bodies for Elementary Students

As educators, we know the importance of incorporating Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) principles into our teaching strategies. One simple yet effective way to achieve this is by introducing stretching breaks in the classroom. In this blog post, we will discuss the...

Enhancing Communication Skills with the Conversation Stoplight
Enhancing Communication Skills with the Conversation Stoplight

Introduction The Conversation Stoplight is an effective tool to help middle school students develop their communication skills and foster positive social interactions. The Stoplight concept teaches students to listen carefully, share the conversation, and speak only...

Helping Students Advocate for Themselves in the Classroom
Helping Students Advocate for Themselves in the Classroom

Introduction One of the most important skills for students to develop is the ability to advocate for themselves in the classroom. This is especially true for students in Special Education. By teaching students how to effectively communicate their needs and emotions,...

Teaching Students to Be Mindful of Others in Shared Spaces
Teaching Students to Be Mindful of Others in Shared Spaces

As educators, it's essential to teach our students how to be considerate and respectful when sharing spaces with others. By incorporating principles of Social-Emotional Learning, we can help students develop empathy, self-awareness, and social awareness. This blog...

Teaching Kindergarten Students Classroom Behavior with Bingo
Teaching Kindergarten Students Classroom Behavior with Bingo

In this blog post, we will explore a fun and engaging activity to teach kindergarten students about proper classroom behavior. Using the game of bingo, children can learn about different behaviors that help them and their classmates have a positive learning experience...