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Essential Learning Studio

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South Carolina, United States
About the store
Our team brings a diverse background in early childhood education, early intervention, and language development. With experience as elementary educators, preschool teachers, early interventionists, and ESL instructors for students both in the U.S. and internationally, we have worked across multiple learning environments and developmental stages. Together, these experiences allow us to create practical, engaging, and developmentally appropriate resources that are inclusive, supportive, and accessible to a wide range of learners, including students with special needs.
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Preview of Deep Breathing Peeps | SEL Printable Exercises

Deep Breathing Peeps | SEL Printable Exercises

Deep Breathing Peeps for Emotional Regulation | SEL & Self-Regulation Activities Support emotional regulation, calming strategies, and social-emotional learning with this engaging Deep Breathing Peeps activity. Designed for classrooms, therapy sessions, and at-home learning, this hands-on resource helps children slow their breathing, calm their bodies, and practice self-regulation in a playful, developmentally appropriate way. This activity features simple Peep-shaped breathing tools that guid
Preview of Water Activities Choice Board | Visual Supports for Beach & Pool | SEL

Water Activities Choice Board | Visual Supports for Beach & Pool | SEL

Water Activities Choice Board | Visual Supports for Pool, Beach & Water Play + How-To Use GuideSupport young learners in confidently engaging in water play with this accessible, engaging, and developmentally appropriate Water Activities Choice Board. Designed to help children communicate their preferences and understand available options, this resource promotes independence, reduces anxiety, and supports positive experiences during pool, beach, splash pad, and water table activities. This bundle
Preview of Swimsuit Task Break-Down | Getting Dressed for Water Play + Sunscreen Visual

Swimsuit Task Break-Down | Getting Dressed for Water Play + Sunscreen Visual

Swimsuit Routine Task Analysis | Visual Supports for Dressing & Sunscreen PreparationSupport young learners in successfully preparing for water activities with this engaging, developmentally appropriate bathing suit routine task breakdown resource. This step-by-step visual support helps children understand the process of getting ready for pool, beach, splash pad, and water play activities while building independence, confidence, and daily living skills. Designed for preschool and early elementar
Preview of Transition Pocket Card | SEL | Visual Choices & Time Supports

Transition Pocket Card | SEL | Visual Choices & Time Supports

Transition Pocket Card | SEL | Visual Choices & Time SupportsSupport smooth transitions, communication, and independence with this Transitions Pocket Card designed to help early learners navigate activity changes using clear, visual supports. This easy-to-use, take-and-go pocket card provides simple visual timers (5 minutes and 2 minutes) paired with consistent language to help children understand how much time is left and what to expect next. It also includes choice-making opportunities (e.g.,
Preview of Yes/No/Stop/Go Communication Boards | Healthy Boundaries Visual Support | SEL

Yes/No/Stop/Go Communication Boards | Healthy Boundaries Visual Support | SEL

Support social-emotional learning, functional communication, and healthy boundaries with these Yes/No and Stop/Go Communication Boards designed for preschool, kindergarten, early elementary, special education, and speech therapy settings. These visual supports help students clearly express consent, refusal, and personal space needs in a structured and developmentally appropriate way. 📦 What’s Included:✔ Yes/No Communication Board ✔ Stop/Go Communication Board ✔ Full-Color Versions ✔ Black & Wh
Preview of Car Seat Social Story | ASL & SEL Inspired Social Communication

Car Seat Social Story | ASL & SEL Inspired Social Communication

Car Seat Social Story | Car Safety, Routines & SEL Communication SupportSupport early learners in understanding important car safety expectations and travel routines with this engaging car seat social story. This simple, developmentally appropriate social narrative helps children build confidence with car rides, understand safety expectations, and support communication, emotional regulation, and independence during daily travel. Designed for preschool and early elementary students, this story u
Preview of Playground Social Story | ASL & SEL Inspired Social Communication

Playground Social Story | ASL & SEL Inspired Social Communication

Coloring Social Story | Taking Turns at the Park | ASL & AAC Inspired Social CommunicationSupport early communication, social understanding, and positive peer interactions with this one-page social story focused on taking turns at the park. Designed for classrooms, therapy sessions, and home or community outings, this simple and engaging resource helps students learn how to wait, share, and take turns while playing on playground equipment. It combines a clear social narrative with engaging image
Preview of Healthy Boundaries ASL Flash Cards | Visual Communication Cards for Social Skill

Healthy Boundaries ASL Flash Cards | Visual Communication Cards for Social Skill

Visual Communication Cards for Social Skills & Self-AdvocacyHelp students clearly express their needs, set boundaries, and build confidence with this set of 6 Healthy Boundaries ASL Flash Cards. These visual communication cards combine American Sign Language (ASL), printed words, and simple step-by-step directions to support students in learning and using functional boundary language. Designed for classrooms, therapy settings, and home use, these cards promote respectful communication, self-advo
Preview of Coloring Social Story | ASL & SEL Inspired Social Communication

Coloring Social Story | ASL & SEL Inspired Social Communication

Coloring Social Story | ASL & AAC Inspired Social CommunicationSupport early communication, social understanding, and positive learning experiences with this one-page coloring themed social story. Designed for classrooms, therapy sessions, and home learning, this simple and engaging resource combines a social narrative with a calming coloring activity to help students build understanding of everyday social situations while supporting inclusive communication. This one-page coloring social story
Preview of Going to the Store Social Story | Community Outing | SEL Inspired Communication

Going to the Store Social Story | Community Outing | SEL Inspired Communication

Going to the Store Social Story | Community Outing | SEL Inspired CommunicationSupport early learners in understanding important shopping expectations and community routines with this engaging store social story. This simple, developmentally appropriate social narrative helps children build confidence with store visits, understand behavior expectations, and support communication, emotional regulation, and independence during community outings.Designed for preschool and early elementary students,
Preview of Calm Down Choice Board & Mini Poster | Self-Regulation Visual Supports

Calm Down Choice Board & Mini Poster | Self-Regulation Visual Supports

Calm Down Choice Board & Mini Poster | Self-Regulation Visual SupportsSupport self-regulation, independence, and emotional awareness with this calm down choice board and mini poster designed to help children choose appropriate coping strategies when they feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, or need time alone. This engaging visual support encourages children to identify their needs and select calming activities in a structured, supportive way. The choice board features simple, child-friendly visu
Preview of Calm Down Tools & Social Story | Self-Regulation, Coping Skills & SEL Supports

Calm Down Tools & Social Story | Self-Regulation, Coping Skills & SEL Supports

Calm Down Tools & Social Story | Self-Regulation, Coping Skills & Emotional Support SetSupport early learners in building emotional regulation skills and independence using this engaging, developmentally appropriate calm down tool box set. This resource helps children understand their emotions, recognize when they feel overwhelmed, and use simple, visual coping strategies in everyday situations. Designed for preschool and early elementary students, this bundle includes a social story about how t
Preview of Hold-My-Hand Prompt | Pocket Card & Social Story | Hand Holding Visual Support

Hold-My-Hand Prompt | Pocket Card & Social Story | Hand Holding Visual Support

Hold-My-Hand Prompt | Pocket Card & Social Story | Hand Holding Visual SupportSupport early learners in building emotional regulation, safety awareness, communication skills, and self-advocacy with this engaging Hold My Hand Social Story & Printable Prompt Support Resource. This simple, developmentally appropriate tool helps learners understand safety expectations during outings. Designed for preschool, elementary, and special education learners, this resource includes a clear, structured social
Preview of Going on Vacation Social Story & Travel Maze | SEL & Visual Supports

Going on Vacation Social Story & Travel Maze | SEL & Visual Supports

Going on Vacation Social Story & Travel Maze | SEL & Visual SupportsSupport young learners in understanding what to expect when going on a vacation with this engaging social story and travel maze activity bundle. This simple, developmentally appropriate resource helps children prepare for travel routines, new environments, and transitions while building confidence, communication, emotional regulation, and independence during vacation experiences. Designed for preschool and early elementary stude
Preview of Sunscreen & Water Safety Social Stories | ASL & SEL Social Communication

Sunscreen & Water Safety Social Stories | ASL & SEL Social Communication

Summer Social Stories | Water Safety, Sunscreen Routine & SEL Communication SupportSupport early learners in understanding important summer routines and safety expectations with this engaging social story bundle. These simple, developmentally appropriate social narratives help children build confidence with sunscreen routines and safe water behaviors while supporting communication, emotional regulation, and independence during summer activities. Designed for preschool and early elementary studen
Preview of 4th of July Emotional Regulation & Sensory Supports | Calm Down & Social Story

4th of July Emotional Regulation & Sensory Supports | Calm Down & Social Story

4th of July Emotional Regulation & Sensory Supports | Calm Down Tool Box & Fireworks Social StorySupport early learners in preparing for and navigating 4th of July celebrations with confidence using this engaging, developmentally appropriate social story and calm down tool bundle. This resource helps children understand fireworks, manage sensory experiences, and use simple self-regulation strategies when feeling overwhelmed. Designed for preschool and early elementary students, this bundle inclu
Preview of Personal Space Mini Bundle | Healthy Boundaries Social Skills

Personal Space Mini Bundle | Healthy Boundaries Social Skills

Support social-emotional learning and healthy boundaries with this engaging Personal Space Mini Bundle! Designed for preschool, kindergarten, early elementary, and special education settings, this resource helps children understand and practice appropriate personal space in a clear, developmentally appropriate way. This mini bundle includes visual supports and interactive materials that make teaching personal space simple, consistent, and meaningful. 📦 What’s Included:✔ 2 Mini Personal Space
Preview of 4th of July Fireworks Bundle | Sign Language, Core Communication & SEL

4th of July Fireworks Bundle | Sign Language, Core Communication & SEL

4th of July Calm Down Tool Box Bundle | Fireworks Social Stories, ASL Coloring Sheets & Companion Guide for Emotional Regulationwith bonus 5 page companion guide! Support early learners in preparing for and navigating 4th of July celebrations with confidence using this engaging, developmentally appropriate social story and calm down tool bundle. This comprehensive resource helps children understand fireworks, manage sensory experiences, and use simple self-regulation strategies when feeling over
Preview of Easter ASL Bundle | Sign Language, Core Communication & SEL Activities

Easter ASL Bundle | Sign Language, Core Communication & SEL Activities

Need a quick, no-prep activity that actually builds communication and keeps kids engaged? This print-and-go ASL activity bundle helps preschoolers develop core communication, emotional regulation, and fine motor skills—perfect for busy SLPs, OTs, and early intervention sessions. Support early communication, language development, and social-emotional learning with this engaging Easter ASL Communication Bundle. Thoughtfully designed to combine American Sign Language (ASL), visual supports, AAC-fri
Preview of Travel Ready | ASL & SEL Support Activities | Vacation Printable Bundle

Travel Ready | ASL & SEL Support Activities | Vacation Printable Bundle

Travel Ready | ASL & SEL Support Activities | Vacation Printables BundleSupport young learners in successfully navigating travel experiences with confidence using this engaging, developmentally appropriate travel activities bundle. This comprehensive resource helps children prepare for vacations, understand travel expectations, communicate needs, and stay engaged during car rides, airport routines, and airplane travel through structured, child-friendly supports and interactive activities. Design
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About the store

Experience

Our team brings a diverse background in early childhood education, early intervention, and language development. With experience as elementary educators, preschool teachers, early interventionists, and ESL instructors for students both in the U.S. and internationally, we have worked across multiple learning environments and developmental stages. Together, these experiences allow us to create practical, engaging, and developmentally appropriate resources that are inclusive, supportive, and accessible to a wide range of learners, including students with special needs.

Teaching style

Our teaching style is hands-on, student-centered, and intentionally inclusive. We incorporate engaging activities, gamification, and differentiated instruction while also emphasizing coaching, modeling, and Montessori-based approaches. This blend supports active learning, independence, and meaningful skill development, allowing us to meet students where they are and help them grow with confidence.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Our team previously has created and developed a comprehensive Pre-K Science curriculum, including engaging workbooks, teacher resources, and simple digital games that help young learners joyfully connect with new concepts. We have also led thoughtful curriculum design focused on meeting diverse learner needs, with a strong emphasis on special education and multicultural learning for both educators and families.

My own education history

Our team brings a strong academic foundation in education, psychology, and counseling. With degrees in Elementary Education, Psychology, and Counseling, we are grounded in curriculum development, effective classroom instruction, child-centered learning, and social-emotional development. This background supports our ability to create thoughtful, inclusive resources that meet the diverse needs of students across both general and specialized learning environments.

Additional biographical information

Our team brings both professional and personal experiences that deeply inform our work. As parents and educators with firsthand experience supporting children with special needs, along with training in American Sign Language and Deaf Studies and involvement in the homeschool community, we value inclusive, flexible, and family-centered learning. These perspectives guide us in creating resources that are practical, supportive, and meaningful for children and families alike.