Exceptionally Special Resources

The student will develop map skills by: a) recognizing basic map symbols, including references to land, water, cities, and roads; b) using cardinal directions on maps; c) identifying the shapes of the United States and Virginia on maps and globes; d) locating Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States, and Richmond, the capital of Virginia, on a United States map. This instructional bundle includes a student-friendly adapted book and a comprehensive set of 6 worksheets designed to m

Virginia Geography & Native Peoples Bundle: Adapted Book + Worksheet SetAligned Standard: HS-G 8 (SOL VS.2) The student will demonstrate knowledge of the physical geography and native peoples, past and present, of Virginia by: a) locating Virginia and its bordering states on maps of the United States; b) locating and describing Virginia’s five geographic regions (Coastal Plain, Piedmont, Blue Ridge Mountains, Valley and Ridge, Appalachian Plateau); c) locating and identifying key water featur

Time & Community Change Bundle: Adapted Books + Worksheet SetsAligned Standards: HS-H 2 (SOL 1.1): The student will interpret information presented in picture timelines to show a sequence of events and will distinguish among past, present, and future. HS-H 7 (SOL 2.3): The student will identify and compare changes in community life over time in terms of buildings, jobs, transportation, and population. This comprehensive resource includes two adapted books and 20 total worksheets that help stu

This book introduces life in colonial Virginia, highlighting agriculture, the role of slavery, forms of trade (barter, money, credit), and daily family life. The resource supports VAAP-aligned instruction and documentation by helping students explore historical concepts in a visually supported, simplified format suitable for evidence collection.

World Geography Map Skills Bundle: Adapted Book + Worksheet SetAligned Standard: HS-G 4 (SOL 2.5) The student will develop map skills by: a) locating the equator, the seven continents, and the five oceans on maps and globes; b) locating selected rivers (James River, Mississippi River, Rio Grande, Huang He, and Nile River), mountain ranges (Appalachian Mountains and Rocky Mountains), and lakes (Great Lakes) in the United States and other countries. This complete instructional bundle includes a

Understanding Time with Timelines: Adapted Book + Worksheet SetAligned Standard: HS-H 2 (SOL 1.1)The student will interpret information presented in picture timelines to show a sequence of events and will distinguish among past, present, and future.This bundle includes a visually supported adapted book and a comprehensive set of 11 worksheets that help students develop foundational skills in chronological thinking. Using simple language and engaging visuals, this resource introduces students w

Aligned to VAAP Standard HS-H 1 (SOL K.1, 1.2b, 1.3ab, 1.4)) This adapted book introduces students to key figures and events in American history, such as Powhatan, Pocahontas, George Washington, Betsy Ross, and Abraham Lincoln, as well as holidays like Thanksgiving, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, and Independence Day. Designed for students participating in VAAP, the book uses simplified text, visual supports, and repetitive structure to promote engagement and comprehension. This bo

Exploration & World Geography Skills Bundle: Adapted Book + Worksheet SetAligned Standard: HS-G 6 (SOL 3.5) The student will develop map skills by: a) positioning and labeling the seven continents and five oceans to create a world map; b) using the equator and prime meridian to identify the Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western Hemispheres; c) locating the countries of Spain, England, and France; d) locating the regions in the Americas explored by Christopher Columbus, Juan Ponce de León,

Students learn how classroom voting promotes good citizenship. The book models real-life decisions made through voting and emphasizes fairness, turn-taking, and group participation. Educators can use this as documentation of a student’s understanding of civic participation, as outlined in the ASOL. The resource supports social studies instruction and contributes to collections of evidence for VAAP.

Students identify major water features like the Atlantic Ocean, Chesapeake Bay, and key rivers using maps and cut-and-paste visuals. This set helps teachers collect observable evidence of a student’s ability to recognize water features that shaped early Virginia history—fulfilling VAAP expectations through accessible geography tasks.

Students locate Virginia’s regions, rivers, and bordering states while learning how American Indians interacted with the environment and where they live today. This book is a comprehensive support for Virginia geography and culture standards, helping educators document student learning for VAAP collections using maps, visuals, and simplified text.

Digging Into the Past: Archaeology in Virginia – Adapted Book + Worksheet SetAligned Standard: HS-H 11 (SOL VS.2f)The student will demonstrate knowledge of the physical geography and native peoples, past and present, of Virginia by describing how archaeologists have recovered new material evidence at sites including Werowocomoco and Jamestown.This resource bundle includes a visually supported adapted book and 3 targeted worksheets that introduce students to the concept of archaeology and how w

This book introduces key causes of the American Revolution, including ideas from the Declaration of Independence. Students explore why colonists in Virginia went to war with Britain using visuals and simple text. This resource aligns with Virginia Studies content and supports the VAAP collection process by giving students access to critical events and allowing educators to collect and score observable responses.

This adapted book helps students with significant cognitive disabilities learn how to use a timeline to understand the order of past events. Aligned with VAAP standard HS-H 3 (SOL 1.3), the book uses simple text, clear visuals, and real-life examples to explain how timelines show change over time. Each page focuses on either a historical or everyday event, helping students grasp the concept of sequencing and the difference between the past and present. Features: Student-friendly language for ea

Students with IEPs can use certain math aids that are considered allowable on the VA Math SOL. I have created 10 printable pages that are considered allowable. I will put these into slipcovers and use dry erase markers while we are learning the skill and have them use the same system on the SOL. ClockBlank Number LinesFraction Bars (1 whole through 25ths)Fraction CirclesHundreds ChartNumber Lines 0-1002D Shapes3D ShapesMultiplication Chart (20x20) **Multiplication Chart (10x25 - Great for F

This 3-worksheet set is designed to help students with significant cognitive disabilities practice using timelines and identifying past versus present. Aligned with VAAP standard HS-H 3 (SOL 1.2), each worksheet offers interactive, visual activities tailored for students with low cognitive skills. Included Worksheets: Cut and Paste Cut out each story or description. Glue it under the correct American leader to show what they did to help our country.Fill in the Blanks Use the word bank to help y

This comprehensive set of eight worksheets assesses students' comprehension of various occupations in alignment with the standard HS-E 1 (SOL K.6) from the Virginia Alternative Assessment Program (VAAP) Aligned Standards of Learning (ASOL) for History. Each worksheet features a distinct activity, including matching descriptions to job titles, filling in the blank with appropriate job titles, cut/paste activities to match descriptions with job titles, and selecting the correct answer from an arr

Standard: M-4.19 (SOL 4.10a) — The student will identify points, line segments, and angles. This 17-question printable assessment focuses on helping students identify points, line segments, and angles, as outlined in VAAP standard M-4.19 (SOL 4.10a). The questions are designed with simple diagrams and models to support visual learners. The resource provides opportunities for students to identify and name key geometric elements in a variety of contexts, reinforcing foundational geometry c

This comprehensive set includes activities to help students recognize the shapes of the United States and Virginia and locate Washington, D.C., and Richmond on a U.S. map. Tasks include map matching and location-based questions. This set provides clear, visual tasks aligned to ASOL that allow students to demonstrate essential map recognition and identification skills. Educators can use these worksheets to collect valid and observable evidence of geographic understanding for VAAP documentation.

This set supports students in positioning and labeling the seven continents and five oceans to create a complete world map. Tasks include cut-and-paste labeling, color-coded identification, and continent/ocean matching activities. These worksheets help educators assess student understanding of global geography in an accessible format aligned to the ASOL. Ideal for VAAP collections of evidence, the set provides multiple ways for students to demonstrate mastery through visual and hands-on tasks.