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I have been a Special Education teacher for nine years in middle and high school. I am currently teaching high school Life Skills, and I love it. The students I've worked with for so long are getting jobs and going to work, which is amazing for me to watch! All my students have a variety of talents and strengths, which means they do best when material is customized to meet their needs.
While I love my students and my time with them, I also realize that teaching Special Education is one of the most challenging areas in the education system. Burn-out is high. Resources are low. My hope is that my resources will help make this job easier so that people don't burn out, get frustrated, and leave.
♥ We are stronger together. ♥
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Life Skills Math Distance Learning Daily Special Education IEP Goals
Finally....IEP goals simplified! I've made this packet to streamline the IEP writing process, giving you more time to teach the skill. This 91 page unit focuses on 11 pre-written IEP goals that you can copy and paste into an IEP. This packet uses one warm-up question each day to teach basic life-skills math concepts. Each day of the week in a two-week cycle has a dedicated skill that is taught, so you can assess all the students in your class, even if they are working on different IEP goals. See
1st - 12th
Math
Viking Ship Interactive Distance Learning Geoexplorers Reading Project Vikings
Explore the world with my Geoexplorers projects! This project focuses on the Viking ships of Norway and Scandinavia. Have your students read the included story about Vikings and answer questions related to the text. A second page using the vocabulary will help the students find the meaning of new words. Once the reading lesson is complete, your students get to build their own Viking ship! This lesson can be used independently, or to enrich a unit already being taught. The page of directions ca
3rd - 8th
European History, Vocabulary, World History
CCSS
RL.3.1
, RL.3.4
, RL.4.1
+40
Stonehenge Distance Learning Independent paper project ancient history activity
Explore the world with my Geoexplorers projects! Perfect for little hands, this do-it-yourself project will let everyone get involved! The project consists of three pieces of paper, two with Stonehenge blocks, and one of the base. Just print the base out on green paper, and print the two stone sheets on white paper (or even better, some stone-looking paper used for scrap-booking!). Each little stone is printed on both sides, with a number on the bottom. Have your students cut out each stone pie
K - 4th
Ancient History, British History, World History
Sentence combining daily warm-up writing practice
Never scramble for a warm-up activity again! This 40 page unit includes 200 warm-ups clearly organized so you never repeat a single day. The sentences can be cut apart and given to your students each day, or handed out as a weekly sheet. The pages start in mid-August, and run through mid-June, so that your entire school year is covered. I’ve included sentences for holiday breaks also, so that home-school students can continue working, or they can be given for students who need extra practice. P
4th - 6th
Grammar, Reading, Writing
Following Directions Reading Comprehension Strategies Packet
Many students with special needs can understand what they are reading, but have difficulty communicating with those around them. I created these activities for a young man who is non-verbal, but who can read and understand the directions words give him. When I first gave him comprehension questions, he could not select a correct answer. When I started giving him written commands, he could complete the task he was asked to do. This indicated that his understanding of words was far more than he co
PreK - 1st
Reading, Reading Strategies
Special Education Daily Warm Up Life Skills with Pre-Written IEP Goals
I created this unit to let my students reflect on their surroundings each morning. My students really like knowing the routine of these warm-ups every day! Use these warm-ups to start your day out with basic and functional information. This unit comes with two sections you can use each day. Warm-Ups: Included are 3 different types of warm-up to use with different levels so that each student can be challenged appropriately. The warm ups start off with levels for writing their names, so that you
1st - 12th
Great Wall of China 3 Dimensional diorama art project
The Great Wall of China will come to life as your students recreate this ancient wonder out of paper! By printing out the sheets on different colors of paper, you gain the view of perspective (areas in the foreground are darker, areas in the background are lighter). Students practice fine motor skills as they piece together the "puzzle" and create their own 3-dimensional view of the Great Wall. If you like this project, check out my other World Cultures activities, like my paper Stonehenge proj
4th - 7th
Ancient History, Asian Studies, World History
CCSS
RI.6.7
, RH.6-8.7
Butterfly life cycle monarch paper project fine motor activity download
Have your students take flight with this paper butterfly project! Included are four wings and a body, all you need to supply are metal brads and pipe cleaners commonly found in the classroom. Step-by-step instructions allow students to practice informational reading skills and let you discreetly check for understanding while the students work. Questions at the end of the project let students reflect on why they completed each step in the sequence as they did. Enjoy this activity and check back o
PreK - 4th
Informational Text, Visual Arts
CCSS
RI.2.2
, RI.2.3
, RI.2.6
+4
50 State Dodecahedron Activity US History Hands on Project
Studying the United States has never been more fun! Included in this unit are 12 pentagons with guided topics for your students to fill out. Assign one state to each of your students to research. Your students will then research these 12 topics and record them on each pentagon. Once you connect all 12 together, you will create a dodecahedron that can be hung and displayed in your classroom or the hallway! Included in this activity are: 1) State 2) Flower 3) Bird 4) Year of Statehood 5) Capital
4th - 7th
Geometry, Social Studies, U.S. History
World History Distance Learning Social Studies Bundle with hand made projects
History is hands-on with my Geoexplorer projects! I've created these 8 different units to get my students busy, and activate the creative side of their brain while they learn! This includes 101 pages of high-interest social studies materials! Each of the 8 units studies a unique area on Earth. From ancient pyramids in Egypt, to obscure rock carvings in Ireland, these lessons will have your students asking "Where are we going next!". Most of the units have additional reading materials included, a
4th - 6th
Other (Social Studies), Social Studies, World History
St. Patrick's Day Ireland Coding project learning about Ogham stones
Ireland is more than just the land of four leaf clovers! This is the perfect activity for older kids who are ready for something different than the normal St. Patrick's Day activities. This exercise is also a great screen-free way to introduce your students to the world of coding! Ogham Stones are large stones that people carved a secret language in on the island of Ireland. This lesson will teach your students how to create their own secret codes with the Ogham alphabet. The alphabet is simple
3rd - 6th
Geometry, World History
CCSS
4.G.A.1
, 4.G.A.2
, RL.3.1
+16
FREE Special Education Life Skills Math Daily Warm Up with IEP goals pre-written
Life Skills Special Education Math Unit Free Download This is a sample version of my full Life Skills Math packet available in my shop. The full version runs an entire year, while this sample offers material for one month. This lets you decide whether the lessons are right for your class. This packet is tailored to make writing and assessing IEP goals a streamlined process. I developed this packet for my high school life-skills classroom. This program works by focusing on 11 specific goal area
3rd - 12th
Other (Math)
Leopard Gecko Distance Learning Lizard Biology Mini-unit Plan for class pet
Use this collection of worksheets to introduce your students to the leopard gecko. This unit is designed to focus on 10 specific vocabulary words pertaining to the leopard gecko, and presents them in a variety of ways. It also incorporates basic math practice, measurements, gecko body parts, and diurnal vs. nocturnal behavior. It includes: Leopard Gecko reading passage Vocabulary matching page Diurnal/Nocturnal page Body parts (Blank and filled in) Basic math puzzle page Math code puzzle page (
4th - 7th
Biology, Reading Strategies
Spanish Cinco de Mayo Mexico Chichen Itza Ancient History Reading Project
Let your students travel the globe with Geoexplorers projects! This project takes your students to Mexico where they can learn about the amazing pyramids of Chichen Itza. They will love building their own miniature “El Castillo” temple they can take home with them! Also included is a reading passage with comprehension questions, vocabulary matching, and printable stationary that they can write their own story on. Each Geoexplorer project comes with a passport template and passport stamp so you
4th - 7th
Ancient History, Spanish
Polynesian Wayfinder Distance Learning Reading and Craft Activity
This lesson will take your students to the South Pacific to explore the Polynesian sailors that sailed across the ocean! This activity includes the pattern to print and race your own outrigger canoe! Your students will learn that many years ago, Polynesian navigators used outrigger canoes to travel across the ocean. By reading a short passage and answering questions, you can practice standardized test-taking strategies. A vocabulary page is also included, as well as a word search to reinforce
4th - 6th
Reading, Social Studies, World History
Orca Whale Math Addition Practice Worksheet Coloring with STEAM
Use this addition worksheet as a fun way to practice math skills! Just let the students follow the instructions on the page, and they can watch their animal come to life with color! And if you need more animals, check out the entire Mascot Math Bundle, available at: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Math-animal-art-practice-skills-in-addition-3119788 Want to earn FREE TpT $$$? You get one TpT Credit for every $ you spend on TpT, you just have to leave fair feedback after your purchase
K - 3rd
Arithmetic, Numbers, Visual Arts
Also included in: Addition Math Mascot Animal STEM Worksheets
Christmas Reading Packet Comprehension and Vocabulary Strategies
Vintage Christmas images make this packet a fun way to let your young readers get ready for the upcoming holiday! Each reading passage asks the reader to color in an object on the page, allowing you to discreetly check for comprehension, and making it fun for them. A page with a letter for Santa template lets them practice their writing skills, and a fill-in-the-blank and word search page gives extra practice on vocabulary words found in the selection. Perfect for the last few weeks of school be
K - 2nd
Reading, Vocabulary
Easter Island history unit with reading, writing, and math 3rd 4th grade
Easter Island history unit with reading, writing, and math Learn all about Easter Island with this 5-day mini-unit! The Islanders who lived on Rapa Nui (Easter Island) were amazing builders, creating huge statues that still exist there today. Students will use reading, writing, and math skills while learning about this remote island culture. The unit is aligned with Common Core, so you can teach with confidence (mostly 4th grade, with some 3rd and 5th grade standards as well). This is one of my
3rd - 6th
Informational Text, Literature, World History
CCSS
RL.3.1
, RL.3.2
, RL.3.7
+46
Hedgehog biology mini-unit lesson plan
Let Penny our classroom pet introduce your students to the African pygmy hedgehog. This unit was designed for a middle school special education classroom, and has two different reading passages to meet the needs of high and low readers (approximately 2nd and 5th grade reading levels).The higher level reading passage focuses on 10 specific vocabulary words pertaining to the hedgehog, and presents them in a variety of ways. The lower level reading passage focuses on 6 vocabulary words, and include
3rd - 6th
Biology, Informational Text
Merge Cube Bundle AR VR Augmented Reality Growing Bundle Activities
Use the Merge Cube Augmented Reality tool to bring your teaching to the next level! This Merge Cube bundle includes three lessons to use with your students in centers, individual work, or as cooperative learning strategies. This is a never-ending bundle, so once you buy, you will have access to all future resources that we add to this bundle! What is the Merge Cube? It's a simple foam or paper cube that your phone or iPad can read, which allows it to show different lessons. It literally puts lea
3rd - 6th
Math, Reading, Science
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About the store
Experience
I have been a Special Education teacher for nine years in middle and high school. I am currently teaching high school Life Skills, and I love it. The students I've worked with for so long are getting jobs and going to work, which is amazing for me to watch! All my students have a variety of talents and strengths, which means they do best when material is customized to meet their needs.
While I love my students and my time with them, I also realize that teaching Special Education is one of the most challenging areas in the education system. Burn-out is high. Resources are low. My hope is that my resources will help make this job easier so that people don't burn out, get frustrated, and leave.
♥ We are stronger together. ♥
Teaching style
I am a visual learner, and find that many of my students are as well. I try to use concrete examples to explain our abstract world. Through my curriculum, I try to present my students with lessons that are at their level, yet looks like a higher level material. There is nothing worse than giving an 10th grader a passage to read with cute little fuzzy bears on it! I believe in protecting the dignity of my students, and that starts with the material I ask them to do.
I also believe that when our hands are moving, our brain is learning! Textbooks are a great wealth of knowledge, but not every student can open a page and take that knowledge in. For those students, my unique and "Creative" resources give them an alternative form of learning.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Shining teaching moment? When a student of mine with an IEP in writing won 3rd place in a local writing contest...that was a good day :)
My own education history
Central Washington University
Additional biographical information
As well as being a teacher, I am a compulsive creator. I paint, metalsmith, sculpt, etc. Everyone in my family is either an artist or an engineer, so I take a lot of inspiration from them! I love the outdoors, and any type of geology or ornithology. Before becoming a teacher, I traveled to Alaska, worked outdoors for the Forest Service, and owned my own sailboat. I enjoy sharing my own unique perspective with my older students who are about to join the workforce. I myself would love to be an animator for Disney Studios when I grow up. ;)
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