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I have several years of hands-on experience teaching students in grades K-5 in a self-contained special education classroom. I enjoy hands-on science experiments, cooking in the classroom, and anything rainbow/shiny. The intention behind Especially Education is to provide teachers with adapted teaching materials that focus on the prerequisite skills needed to master grade-level standards and provide engaging, hands-on activities that make learning exciting and appropriate.
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⭐️ Task Boxes

Preview of The Original Task Box Bundle (for Pre-K, kindergarten, & Special Education)

The Original Task Box Bundle (for Pre-K, kindergarten, & Special Education)

Task boxes are the perfect tool to reinforce independence, while practicing academic skills! This HUGE bundle includes 128 basic skill task boxes that reinforce independent skills for young learners. They come with easy, visual instructions and fit into compact storage cases. The contents of this bundle differ from The Monthly Task Box.____________________________More from Especially Education:FacebookPinterestNewsletterEmailMade For Me Literacy© Michaela Lawrence
Preview of Math Higher Level Task Boxes (3rd-5th grade Special Education)

Math Higher Level Task Boxes (3rd-5th grade Special Education)

This project has been a year in the making! I am super excited to finally announce the completion of the higher level math task boxes. This download includes 16 math task boxes (approximately 2nd grade skill level). Each activity has 3 levels of differentiation. Please download the preview to see the included activities. . Concepts include: 2 & 3 digit addition (with and without regrouping) 2 & 3 digit subtraction (with and without regrouping) Number Sense 10 More, 10 Less Fractions Skip
Preview of Basic Skills Task Boxes (Errorless Learning Included) Pre-K & Special Education

Basic Skills Task Boxes (Errorless Learning Included) Pre-K & Special Education

Are you looking to incorporate task boxes into your daily schedule? These basic skills task boxes (not currently in any bundle) were created to enhance students' knowledge of basic academic skills, while promoting independence at the same time! These basic skills task boxes were created with Pre K and special education in mind. This download includes:- Picture-to-picture matching task boxes - 20 errorless task boxes - Tracing (letters, numbers, shapes, and lines) Concepts include:- color mat
Preview of Made For Me Literacy --  (Level B Bundle 1) Special Education Curriculum

Made For Me Literacy -- (Level B Bundle 1) Special Education Curriculum

SAVE 20% WITH THE BUNDLE! Level B focuses on Pre K, kindergarten, and first grade skills and standards. For more Level B activities, check out our Level B Bundle 2 here. For higher level content, check out our Level C Bundle here. Click here to read more about our skill matrix breakdown.Gabrielle Dixon from Teaching Special Thinkers and I are thrilled to bring you the Made for Me Literacy Year-Long Bundle! Having both taught in self-contained special education classrooms, Gabrielle (Teachi
Preview of Monthly Task Box Bundle (For Pre K, Kindergarten & Special Education)

Monthly Task Box Bundle (For Pre K, Kindergarten & Special Education)

Save 30% with this bundle! Read more about task boxes here.To see what skill are included, click here.Why Task Boxes?- perfect for promoting independence in the special education classroom - meaningful presentation of basic skills - simplistic yet eye-catching clip art keeps students engaged - reinforce basic concepts for English Language Learners and other students who need extra support - can be changed out and stored easily as tasks are mastered The contents of this bundle differ from The O
Preview of Basic Skills Task Boxes Bundle (Errorless Learning Included) Pre K & SPED

Basic Skills Task Boxes Bundle (Errorless Learning Included) Pre K & SPED

After creating the original Basic Skills Task Boxes, I had several requests for more activities at the same level (pre-k and early kindergarten). Each set contains 24 task boxes, each with 3 levels of difficulty to promote independence in your classroom. Read more about these task boxes here. This bundle contains 5 themed task box units, each with 3 levels of differentiation! Winter SpringSummer Back-to-school Autumn BONUS: Just added 12 teen number tasks as a freebie!Each bundle will cont
Preview of Task Boxes for Independent Stations (Starter Pack)

Task Boxes for Independent Stations (Starter Pack)

Before you download, please note that this download is included in The Original Task Box Bundle.These task boxes and labels include 16* activities, each with 2 levels of difficulty. Included are: COLOR MATCH TENS FRAMES SHAPES COUNTING BEARS TRACING ALPHABET MATCH BEGINNING SOUNDS CVC WORDS SIGHT WORDS CLOTHING MATCH COMMUNITY HELPERS OBJECT MATCH *UPDATED 11/26/2016 to include: Addition Coin Match Seasons Short Vowels ____________________________More from Especially Education:FacebookPinterest
Preview of Back to School Task Boxes (Errorless Learning Included) Special Education + PreK

Back to School Task Boxes (Errorless Learning Included) Special Education + PreK

After creating the original Basic Skills Task Boxes, I had several requests for more activities at the same level (pre-k and early kindergarten). This back-to-school-themed unit contains 3 levels of differentiated task boxes to promote independence in your classroom. Read more about these task boxes here. Grab the growing bundle here.Check out the winter task boxes here.Check out the spring task boxes here.Check out the summer task boxes here.These back-to-school task boxes include: 24 Errorle
Preview of September: All About Apples (Activities for First Day/ Week of School SPED)

September: All About Apples (Activities for First Day/ Week of School SPED)

Our September Made For Me Literacy unit is all about apples! Gabrielle Dixon from Teaching Special Thinkers and I have collaborated to bring you a literacy curriculum that spans multiple subject areas, including reading, writing, math, science, and cooking! You can grab the Growing Bundle here. Included in each monthly unit:• One fiction and non-fiction Story Time Packs • Interactive comprehension assessments (printable and electronic files included) • Low-prep anchor charts • Easy Art Acti
Preview of October: All About Pumpkins (Made For Me Literacy)

October: All About Pumpkins (Made For Me Literacy)

Our October Made For Me Literacy unit is all about pumpkins! Gabrielle Dixon from Teaching Special Thinkers and I have collaborated to bring you a literacy curriculum that spans multiple subject areas, including reading, writing, math, science, and cooking! You can grab the Growing Bundle here. Included in each monthly unit:• One fiction and non-fiction Story Time Packs • Interactive comprehension assessments (printable and electronic files included) • Low-prep anchor charts • Easy Art Acti
Preview of Science & Social Studies Task Boxes (Pre K, kindergarten, and Special Education)

Science & Social Studies Task Boxes (Pre K, kindergarten, and Special Education)

Before you download, please note that this download is included in The Original Task Box Bundle.32 Basic Skill Task Boxes (16 Level 1 and 16 Level 2) to promote independence in young learners. Perfect for special education, English Language Learners, and young students needed extra practice. Activities include: States of matter Life cycles Transportation Energy sources 5 senses Science tools Measuring tools Recyclinglandforms Magnets Day & night Object match Then and now Opposites Hot/cold wea
Preview of Errorless Learning Task Boxes for the ENTIRE YEAR + ESY (Special Education)

Errorless Learning Task Boxes for the ENTIRE YEAR + ESY (Special Education)

This 12-month download includes 192 seasonally-themed errorless task boxes for the ENTIRE year! Once prepped, these compact, hands-on tasks are the perfect way to introduce independent work stations as well as increasing confidence and independence. You may be wondering... What ARE errorless tasks?? Errorless task boxes are essentially just that: task boxes with no wrong answers. But why would I want to give my student an errorless task? Are they still learning? YES!! Errorless task boxes are d
Preview of Math Task Boxes

Math Task Boxes

Before you download, please note that this download is included in The Original Task Box Bundle.32 Basic Skill Task Boxes (16 Level 1 and 16 Level 2) to promote independence in young learners. Perfect for special education, English Language Learners, and young students needed extra practice. Activities Include: Subtraction Doubles addition Ten frames Number words Color words Number sense 3d shapes Same & different Find the diffrence Big and small Tracing numbers Missing numbers Patterns More a
Preview of June or ESY: All About Bugs (Made For Me Literacy)

June or ESY: All About Bugs (Made For Me Literacy)

Not teaching school in June? This bug theme is perfect for summer school, ESY (Extended School Year), summer camps, or to use year round! Our June Made For Me Literacy unit is all about bugs! Gabrielle Dixon from Teaching Special Thinkers and I have collaborated to bring you a literacy curriculum that spans multiple subject areas, including reading, writing, math, science, and cooking! (See preview for a more detailed layout!) You can grab the Growing Bundle here. Included in each monthly unit
Preview of Language Arts Task Boxes

Language Arts Task Boxes

Before you download, please note that this download is included in The Original Task Box Bundle. 32 Basic Skill Task Boxes (16 Level 1 and 16 Level 2) to promote independence in young learners. Perfect for special education, English Language Learners, and young students needed extra practice. Activities include: Compound words Beginning sounds Ending sounds Spelling short a Spelling short e Spelling short i Spelling short o Spelling short u Silent e- cvce Reading comp. Beginning blends Beginni
Preview of May: Plant Life Cycle (Made For Me Literacy)

May: Plant Life Cycle (Made For Me Literacy)

Our May Made For Me Literacy unit is all about Plant Life Cycles! Gabrielle Dixon from Teaching Special Thinkers and I have collaborated to bring you a literacy curriculum that spans multiple subject areas, including reading, writing, math, science, and cooking! You can grab the Growing Bundle here. Included in each monthly unit:• One fiction and non-fiction Story Time Packs • Interactive comprehension assessments (printable and electronic files included) • Low-prep anchor charts • Easy Art A
Preview of Fall Basic Skills Task Boxes (pre-k & special education) Errorless Included!

Fall Basic Skills Task Boxes (pre-k & special education) Errorless Included!

After creating the original Basic Skills Task Boxes, I had several requests for more activities at the same level (pre-k and early kindergarten). This fall-themed unit contains 3 levels of differentiated task boxes to promote independence in your classroom. Read more about these task boxes here. Grab the growing bundle here.Check out the winter task boxes here.Check out the spring task boxes here.Check out the summer task boxes here.Check out the back-to-school-task boxes here.These fall task
Preview of Winter Basic Skills Task Boxes (pre-K and special education) Errorless Included!

Winter Basic Skills Task Boxes (pre-K and special education) Errorless Included!

After creating the original Basic Skills Task Boxes, I had several requests for more activities at the same level (pre-k and early kindergarten). This winter-themed unit contains 3 levels of differentiated task boxes to promote independence in your classroom. Read more about these task boxes here. Grab the growing bundle here.These winter task boxes include: 24 Errorless Task boxesThese were designed for beginner learners who are starting to acquire independent skills. Students achieve success
Preview of Spring Basic Skills Task Boxes (pre-k & special education) Errorless Included!

Spring Basic Skills Task Boxes (pre-k & special education) Errorless Included!

After creating the original Basic Skills Task Boxes, I had several requests for more activities at the same level (pre-k and early kindergarten). This spring-themed unit contains 3 levels of differentiated task boxes to promote independence in your classroom. Read more about these task boxes here. Grab the growing bundle here.Check out the winter task boxes here.These winter task boxes include: 24 Errorless Task boxesThese were designed for beginner learners who are starting to acquire indepen
Preview of Summer or ESY Basic Skills Task Boxes (pre-k & SPED) Errorless Included!

Summer or ESY Basic Skills Task Boxes (pre-k & SPED) Errorless Included!

After creating the original Basic Skills Task Boxes, I had several requests for more activities at the same level (pre-k and early kindergarten). This summer-themed unit contains 3 levels of differentiated task boxes to promote independence in your classroom. Read more about these task boxes here. Grab the growing bundle here.Check out the winter task boxes here.Check out the spring task boxes here. These winter task boxes include: 24 Errorless Task boxesThese were designed for beginner learne
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About the store

Experience

I have several years of hands-on experience teaching students in grades K-5 in a self-contained special education classroom. I enjoy hands-on science experiments, cooking in the classroom, and anything rainbow/shiny. The intention behind Especially Education is to provide teachers with adapted teaching materials that focus on the prerequisite skills needed to master grade-level standards and provide engaging, hands-on activities that make learning exciting and appropriate.

Teaching style

Fun meets function!

My own education history

University of Texas at Austin: B. A. in Special Education 2013