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Trick or Treating Visual Support – Halloween AAC ToolTalking is not a prerequisite to Halloween fun! Make Halloween accessible and fun for all kids! Your download includes picture symbols to create a two-sided card on a stick: One side says “Trick or Treat!” The other side says “Thank You!” Just print, cut, and laminate the visuals, then glue them to a tongue depressor or craft stick. It’s a quick and easy way to help children communicate while trick-or-treating and participate confidently i

Way Down Deep in the Deep Blue Sea by Jan Peck - Speech, Language, & Literacy Lesson Companion with VisualsTwo-part lesson companion including visual supports and a comprehension guide and lesson companion.   The visual supports include 12 vocabulary words that are featured in the book and can be used for sequencing, word retrieval, expressive/receptive vocabulary skills, wh- questions, and more. The visual supports are presented as two documents: one PDF with twelve pictures to print, cut, lami

Editable IEP Writing Template for SLPs Work smarter, not harder! This IEP Template provides speech-language pathologists and other service providers with a consistent, organized structure for drafting the sections of the IEP they most often write or contribute to. Included are templates for: Parent/Guardian Concerns, Strengths, and Vision All parts of PLEP A (Present Levels of Educational Performance) Current Performance Levels Goals and Objectives Service Delivery Nonparticipation Justificatio

Sneaky Snacky Squirrel Topic Board – Visual Language Support for Speech & AACBring language learning to life with this engaging printable topic board designed to pair with the beloved game, The Sneaky Snacky Squirrel! This visual language support tool is perfect for boosting expressive and receptive language skills in a fun, play-based context. Ideal for speech-language therapy, AAC users, special education, early childhood classrooms, and small group activities, this resource helps students:

Data Sheet: Mean Length of Utterance (MLU) & Number of Different Words (NDW)This two-page data sheet allows speech-language pathologists to record and analyze an organized 50-utterance language sample. Columns for morphemes, total words, and number of new words in sample exist for calculations of phrase length and lexical diversity. Can easily be used on a device or printed out. Quickly capture essential data for evaluations, progress monitoring, or therapy sessions! This easy-to-use form helps

Data Sheet: Following 1-2 Step Directions This one-page data sheet is a handy way of keeping data organized and allows speech-language pathologists to record and analyze data for following directions objectives. Easy to access and manipulate on a device or printed out.

Active vs. Passive Study Strategies | Executive Function & Study Skills Sort ActivityThis interactive sorting activity helps students understand the difference between active and passive study strategies in a clear, engaging format. By sorting 25+ strategies into two categories, students build metacognitive awareness and learn to choose study methods that actually help them retain information. Rather than just being told which strategies are better, students do the work of evaluating and organi

❄️ Winter Clothing Sentence Strips for Speech & Special Education ❄️ Build functional winter vocabulary and longer sentences with this differentiated set of visual sentence strips. Students match winter clothing items to body parts and complete meaningful sentences using picture symbol supports. Perfect for AAC users, emergent communicators, multilingual learners, and any student who benefits from predictable, scaffolded structure to expand language. The resource includes three visually progre

✨ Winter Activities Sorting | Indoor and Outdoor Activities | Visual Supports for Speech and LanguageThis Winter Activities Sorting set is an engaging, easy-prep way to target seasonal vocabulary, categorization, expressive language, and functional communication. Students sort winter-themed activity cards onto Indoor Activities and Outdoor Activities mats, using clear visuals that support a wide range of learners. Perfect for speech therapy, special education, early childhood, AAC users, and

Social Story: Playing Together | Turn-Taking & Flexible Play Skills for Young LearnersThis 8-page social story supports young learners as they build the foundational social skill of including others’ ideas during play. Perfect for students who are learning how to take turns with leadership, share plans, and manage flexible thinking, this story helps foster cooperation and successful peer interaction. The story emphasizes that: Everyone has great play ideas It’s okay (and fun!) to use a friend’s

Class by Class Planner: Executive Function Coaching ToolHelp students stay organized and on top of their workload with this simple, structured planning sheet! The Class by Class Planner is designed for use during executive function coaching, academic support sessions, or individual study planning. Students record short-term work, long-term assignments, upcoming assessments, and any current issues or questions for each class. This visual organization tool helps break down large demands into mana

Early Language Parent Handout Bundle – Requesting Help, Requesting More, and Thinking With Your EyesThis set of three parent handouts is designed to support carryover of early communication and pragmatic language skills at home. Each printable explains a key concept in simple terms and offers practical, everyday ways to build communication in natural routines. Ideal for early intervention, preschool, and speech therapy carryover, this bundle includes: Requesting More – Supporting early reques

Vocabulary Boards - 24 Categories with Photos & SymbolsVocabulary materials sorted by category for speech-language therapy, early childhood education, English learners, and more! These printable materials are perfect for targeting expressive and receptive vocabulary skills, wh- questions, category concepts, and more. With your purchase, you will receive the following PDF downloads: 24 vocabulary boards to print and laminate with spots to place velcro24 sets of 10 vocabulary words represented by

Multisyllabic Words: 3- and 4-Syllable Speech Therapy Materials with Data SheetMake practicing multisyllabic words fun, hands-on, and organized! This resource includes everything you need to target 3- and 4-syllable word production in an engaging, structured way. You’ll get: One 3-syllable word board with ten removable picture icons One 4-syllable word board with ten removable picture icons A detailed data sheet covering all 20 target words, featuring space for three separate opportunities per

Vocabulary Boards - 24 Categories with SymbolsVocabulary materials sorted by category for speech-language therapy, early childhood education, English learners, and more! These printable materials are perfect for targeting expressive and receptive vocabulary skills, wh- questions, category concepts, and more. With your purchase, you will receive the following PDF downloads: 24 vocabulary boards to print and laminate with spots to place velcro24 sets of 10 vocabulary words represented by symbols t

Prediction Skills - Short Stories with Taylor SwiftTeach and practice high-level language and comprehension skills with your Swifties! After reading a short story, students are presented with questions to make predictions regarding the story. Your download includes three files: three Taylor Swift stories with prediction questions.

Inference Skills - Short Stories with Taylor SwiftTeach and practice high-level language and comprehension skills with your Swifties! After reading a short story, students are presented with questions to make inferences regarding the story. Your download includes three files: three Taylor Swift stories with inference questions.

Social Story for Kids | Asking for a Toy | Social Skills, Behavior, and FriendshipThis editable 8-page social story helps young children learn how to ask for a toy in a respectful and appropriate way during playtime. Designed to support students in preschool, kindergarten, early elementary, and/or special education, this story uses simple language and clear visuals to model key social skills and expected behaviors. Students will learn: ✔️ How to ask a friend for a toy they are using ✔️ T

Inference and Prediction Skills - Short Stories with Taylor SwiftTeach and practice high-level language and comprehension skills with your Swifties! After reading a short story, students are presented with questions to make inferences or predictions regarding the story. Your download includes six files: three Taylor Swift stories with three inference worksheets and three prediction worksheets.

IEP Meeting Notes & IEP Writing Template | Editable Google Doc for SLPs and EducatorsMake your IEP meetings more efficient, organized, and stress-free with this all-in-one editable template, combining two of my most popular resources: the IEP Meeting Notes Template and the Speech-Language IEP Writing Template. Designed for SLPs, special educators, and service providers, this tool streamlines your IEP prep, note-taking during meetings, and the actual IEP writing process. This resource is per