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Gilbert, Arizona, United States
About the store
Hi there! My name is Selah. I previously worked for many years with 2nd–5th grade students in a Resource Room setting, and now I provide private special education for a variety of students, from young kiddos to college-age young adults. I truly love what I do. Every day, I’m reminded that my students teach me just as much, if not more, than I teach them. It’s an incredible privilege to walk alongside them as they grow and reach their unique goals. The resources you'll find here are tools I've created and used with my own students. They've made a real difference, and my hope is that they'll be just as helpful to you. A little bit about me: I’m newly married to the coolest guy ever, and it’s been the best adventure! I also have numerous family members with disabilities, which has inspired me to work in this field for as long as I can remember. I grew up overseas in China, and that experience shaped so much of how I see the world. At the heart of everything I do is a desire to make sure every person feels seen, known, loved, and included. This store was born out of a real need. I had countless students with social-emotional, social skills, or executive functioning goals but no clear direction on how to teach those skills. So, I rolled up my sleeves and started creating the resources I wished I had. These products are the result of many hours of thought, trial and error, and refining based on what worked best for my students. I hope you find them as valuable and impactful as I have. With love, Selah :)
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Preview of Executive Functioning Skills: Activities and Scenarios | 24 WEEK PACK

Executive Functioning Skills: Activities and Scenarios | 24 WEEK PACK

Executive Functioning Skills Bundle – 24 Weeks of Engaging Activities!Help your students strengthen their Executive Functioning Skills with this 24-week bundle, packed with engaging activities and real-life scenarios! This updated version now includes 20 activities per category, bringing the total to 134 pages of interactive learning. Find an activity that will work for you and your student!Does Your Student Struggle With:✔ Organization – Keeping track of materials and staying tidy?✔ Planning –
Preview of Executive Functioning Skills: "Organization" Scenarios & Activities

Executive Functioning Skills: "Organization" Scenarios & Activities

Does your student struggle with Executive Functioning Skills? Does your student have an Executive Functioning IEP goal? As a special education teacher, I have many students with social-emotional goals targeting Executive Functioning Skills, from time management to organization and planning. Often, I role-play or describe scenarios with them to help with applying these skills to real life. This packet is designed for special education students. This bundle contains 20 activities for the "Organi
Preview of Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning MEGA BUNDLE

Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning MEGA BUNDLE

Ultimate Social-Emotional & Life Skills Mega BundleDo your students struggle with transitions, social interactions, or emotional regulation? This discounted mega bundle is packed with engaging activities, social stories, and interactive lessons to help children develop critical life skills. Designed for special education teachers, counselors, and interventionists, this resource provides structured, practical support for students navigating everyday challenges. Included in this bundle:✅ Deal
Preview of Executive Functioning Skills: Scenarios & Activities Packet - FREEBIE

Executive Functioning Skills: Scenarios & Activities Packet - FREEBIE

Executive Functioning Scenarios & Activities FREEBIE | Planning, Organization, Time ManagementHelp students practice essential executive functioning skills using realistic scenarios and structured activities! This free sample from the Executive Functioning Scenario Packet gives educators, therapists, and parents a preview of the full curriculum while helping students build independence, organization, and problem-solving skills. This resource uses real-life situations and guided activities to h
Preview of Invisible Rules of Conversation | Social Skills Lessons + Activities

Invisible Rules of Conversation | Social Skills Lessons + Activities

Help students master the unspoken rules of conversation with this engaging and interactive social skills curriculum! Perfect for students with autism, ADHD, pragmatic language needs, or anyone who needs support with communication and peer interactions. This resource teaches 10 essential “invisible rules” that make conversations smoother, friendlier, and more fun! Each lesson follows a consistent structure to support learning and generalization: ✔ Mini-lesson that explains the social concept ✔
Preview of Executive Functioning Skills: "Time Management" Scenarios & Activities

Executive Functioning Skills: "Time Management" Scenarios & Activities

Executive Functioning: Time Management Scenarios Packet Help your students strengthen their time management skills with this practical and engaging Executive Functioning: Time Management Scenarios Packet! Perfect for upper elementary and middle school learners, this resource offers 20 real-life, relatable scenarios designed to promote planning, prioritizing, and organization...all essential executive functioning skills. From scheduling evening routines to prepping for field trips, organizing
Preview of Managing Transitions & Change – Social Stories & SEL Lessons Bundle | 10+ WEEKS!

Managing Transitions & Change – Social Stories & SEL Lessons Bundle | 10+ WEEKS!

Dealing with Change Bundle – Helping Kids Navigate Transitions, Change and the Unexpected with Confidence!Do your students struggle with transitions? Do they have a hard time stopping a fun activity, adjusting to a new routine, or handling unexpected changes? The Dealing with Change Bundle is designed to help children develop flexibility, resilience, and coping strategies for real-life transitions! As a Special Education teacher, I understand how important it is to provide structured, engagi
Preview of Executive Functioning Skills "Time Management" Scenarios & Activities FREEBIE

Executive Functioning Skills "Time Management" Scenarios & Activities FREEBIE

Does your student struggle with Executive Functioning Skills? Does your student have an Executive Functioning IEP goal? As a special education teacher, I have many students with social-emotional goals targeting Executive Functioning Skills, from time management to organization and planning. Often, I role-play or describe scenarios with them to help apply these skills to real life. This packet is designed for special education students. This bundle contains 2 FREE activities for the "Time Manag
Preview of School-Based Social-Emotional Skills | 12-WEEK ACTIVITY PACK

School-Based Social-Emotional Skills | 12-WEEK ACTIVITY PACK

Does your student struggle with Social Emotional and Regulation Skills? Does your student have a Social Emotional IEP goal? As a Special Education teacher, I have many students with social-emotional goals targeting social skills, adaptiveness, emotional regulation, and more. Often, I role-play or describe scenarios with them to help apply these skills to real life. All of the scenarios are for a school context, the support students in social-emotional skills specifically at school. This packet c
Preview of Invisible Rules Social Skills Bundle | 16 Weeks of Lessons, Games & Activities

Invisible Rules Social Skills Bundle | 16 Weeks of Lessons, Games & Activities

Invisible Rules Social Skills Bundle | 50 Lessons & 200+ Pages of ActivitiesHelp students understand the unspoken social expectations that impact friendships, conversations, classrooms, public spaces, and home life with this comprehensive Invisible Rules Social Skills Bundle! This engaging bundle includes 50 structured lessons designed to explicitly teach social awareness, flexible thinking, communication skills, emotional regulation, and real-world behavior expectations. TRY OUT THE BUNDLE
Preview of Executive Functioning Wrap-Up Checklists Printable | Task Transition Tools

Executive Functioning Wrap-Up Checklists Printable | Task Transition Tools

Help students develop independence, responsibility, and smooth transitions with these printable wrap-up checklists!These executive functioning tools are perfect for helping students build strong routines at the end of tasks, centers, or subjects. Designed with neurodiverse learners in mind, each checklist supports working memory, task initiation, self-monitoring, and planning. What’s Included:7 unique “Wrap It Up” checklists with different wording and formattingBonus versions: “Focus & Finish”
Preview of Invisible Rules of Friendship | Social Skills Lessons + Activities

Invisible Rules of Friendship | Social Skills Lessons + Activities

Help students understand the unspoken rules of friendship with this engaging and interactive social skills curriculum! Perfect for students with autism, ADHD, social communication needs, or anyone who benefits from direct instruction in peer relationships and emotional regulation. TRY THE FREEBIE FIRSTThis resource teaches 10 essential “invisible rules” of friendship that help students build stronger, kinder, and longer-lasting peer relationships. Each lesson follows a consistent structure to
Preview of School-Based Social-Emotional Skills: Activities & Scenarios  |  FREEBIE BUNDLE

School-Based Social-Emotional Skills: Activities & Scenarios | FREEBIE BUNDLE

Does your student struggle with Executive Functioning Skills? Does your student have a Social Emotional IEP goal? As a Special Education teacher, I have many students with social-emotional goals targeting social skills, adaptiveness, emotional regulation, and more. Often, I role-play or describe scenarios with them to help apply these skills to real life. All of the scenarios are for a school context, the support students in social-emotional skills specifically at school. This FREEBIE packet con
Preview of Social Skills: Stories and Activities  | 15 WEEK PACK BUNDLE

Social Skills: Stories and Activities | 15 WEEK PACK BUNDLE

Social Skills Stories and Activities Bundle – Engaging Lessons for Real-Life Scenarios!Does your student struggle with social interactions? Are they working on improving their communication, emotional regulation, and respect for others? This Social Skills Stories and Activities Bundle is designed to help students navigate social situations with confidence! As a Special Education teacher, I know how important it is to provide structured, engaging activities that help students practice social ski
Preview of Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet |  FREEBIE | Grades 3–8

Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | FREEBIE | Grades 3–8

FREEBIE – Budgeting & Money Lessons for Kids (Grades 3–6)Try the first lesson from all 6 categories in this printable preview!Get a sneak peek into our full financial literacy packet with this FREE sample! This download includes 6 real-world budgeting stories—one from each major category—plus thoughtful discussion questions and engaging student activities. Inside, students will explore: ✔️ Needs vs. Wants ✔️ Saving for a Goal ✔️ Handling Unexpected Expenses ✔️ Comparing Costs ✔️ Earning & Budge
Preview of Strong vs Weak Questions BUNDLE | Social Skills Lesson & Conversation Activities

Strong vs Weak Questions BUNDLE | Social Skills Lesson & Conversation Activities

Asking Good Questions Social Skills Curriculum Unit 1: Strong Questions vs. Weak QuestionsSocial Skills Curriculum for Autism, ADHD, SEL, Counseling, Speech Therapy & Special Education Help students build stronger conversations, friendships, and communication skills by teaching one of the most important social skills of all: asking good questions.Many students struggle to keep conversations going, stay on topic, ask respectful questions, or show interest in others. This social skills curriculum
Preview of Executive Functioning Skills: "Planning" Scenarios & Activities

Executive Functioning Skills: "Planning" Scenarios & Activities

Executive Functioning: Planning Scenarios Packet Help your students build strong planning skills with this interactive Executive Functioning: Planning Scenarios Packet! Designed for upper elementary and middle school learners, this resource features 20 real-life, relatable planning scenarios to practice setting priorities, creating schedules, and organizing responsibilities. From juggling homework and hobbies to prepping for projects, parties, and family events — students will get hands-on ex
Preview of Story Summary Writing Templates | Graphic Organizers W Questions FREEBIE

Story Summary Writing Templates | Graphic Organizers W Questions FREEBIE

✨ Free Story Summary Writing Templates | WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, WHY Organizer PagesNeed a simple, structured way to help students summarize stories? This free sampler includes two printable templates that guide learners through identifying key story elements like characters, setting, problem, and solution—as well as a chart to help them organize their thoughts using WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, and WHY. Designed by a special education teacher, these pages are ideal for building comprehension, imp
Preview of Executive Functioning Skills "Working Memory" Scenarios & Activities FREEBIE

Executive Functioning Skills "Working Memory" Scenarios & Activities FREEBIE

Does your student struggle with Executive Functioning Skills? Does your student have an Executive Functioning IEP goal? As a special education teacher, I have many students with social-emotional goals targeting Executive Functioning Skills, from time management to organization and planning. Often, I role-play or describe scenarios with them to help with apply these skills to real life. This packet is designed for special education students. This bundle contains 2 FREE activities for the "Worki
Preview of Executive Functioning Skills "Organization" Scenarios & Activities FREEBIE

Executive Functioning Skills "Organization" Scenarios & Activities FREEBIE

Does your student struggle with Executive Functioning Skills? Does your student have an Executive Functioning IEP goal? As a special education teacher, I have many students with social-emotional goals targeting Executive Functioning Skills, from time management to organization and planning. Often, I role-play or describe scenarios with them to help apply these skills to real life. This packet is designed for special education students. This bundle contains 2 FREE activities for the "Organizati
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Hi there! My name is Selah. I previously worked for many years with 2nd–5th grade students in a Resource Room setting, and now I provide private special education for a variety of students, from young kiddos to college-age young adults. I truly love what I do. Every day, I’m reminded that my students teach me just as much, if not more, than I teach them. It’s an incredible privilege to walk alongside them as they grow and reach their unique goals. The resources you'll find here are tools I've created and used with my own students. They've made a real difference, and my hope is that they'll be just as helpful to you. A little bit about me: I’m newly married to the coolest guy ever, and it’s been the best adventure! I also have numerous family members with disabilities, which has inspired me to work in this field for as long as I can remember. I grew up overseas in China, and that experience shaped so much of how I see the world. At the heart of everything I do is a desire to make sure every person feels seen, known, loved, and included. This store was born out of a real need. I had countless students with social-emotional, social skills, or executive functioning goals but no clear direction on how to teach those skills. So, I rolled up my sleeves and started creating the resources I wished I had. These products are the result of many hours of thought, trial and error, and refining based on what worked best for my students. I hope you find them as valuable and impactful as I have. With love, Selah :)

My own education history

Undergraduate: Texas A&M University (whoop!) Masters: Arizona State University

Additional biographical information

Check me out at other places! ETSY: specialsunshinelearn.etsy.com My online storefront: specialsunshinelearning.com Classful: Special Sunshine Learning