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This work reflects two things. My work as a reading & dyslexia specialist and OG-T in both a private and public school settings. 🤩 My seven years as an early intervention practitioner working with children from 0-3. I wrote and administered ABA programs, planned and delivered speech therapy interventions. 🐣 Experience teaching literacy skills to children from preschool to high school. Want to know more? http://www.readnis.com/
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Preview of Oral Motor Work - Two Sided Cards

Oral Motor Work - Two Sided Cards

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Do you have a learner who puts non-food items in their mouth? Do you have learners who chew on shirt sleeves, pencils? A sensory break filled with "Mouth Work" may be the ticket! These sensory cards were created for teachers and professionals to provide a FUN focused way to administer sensory work. Each set of cards focuses on waking up , coordinating, and processing the senses. Download includes: -About “sensory cards”. -Object, set-up, materials, and how to play. -When to use the cards. -
Preview of Sensory Break Games & Activities

Sensory Break Games & Activities

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Do you have a learner who is in "constant motion"? Fidgeting, tipping on a chair, running hands along the walls? A sensory break filled with "Vestibular and Proprioceptive work" may be the ticket! These LARGE sensory cards were created for teachers and professionals to provide a FUN focused way to administer sensory work. Each set of cards focuses on waking up , coordinating, and processing the senses. This download includes: -About “sensory cards” -Object, general set-up, and how-to play -M
Preview of NO PREP Five-Minute Pencil Work - beginning pencil marking practice

NO PREP Five-Minute Pencil Work - beginning pencil marking practice

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Learners who understand how letters are made will be better writers. (lines, stops, curves etc.) Pencil work is a very important "back to school' skill. Ensure that EVERY learner knows the shapes and directions for writing letters. 16 clean and clear worksheets keeps all learners on track. Download includes: Writing poster Lines – left to right Lines – top to bottom Circles – 1 Circles – 2 Oblong – 1 Oblong – 2 Curves – top to bottom Curves – left to right Small curves – left to right Stops
Preview of Build a Better Reader! Sub-skill Development - BUNDLE (LOW PREP)

Build a Better Reader! Sub-skill Development - BUNDLE (LOW PREP)

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Three month's of instruction! The development of literacy sub-skills directly affect a student’s reading ability. This program is intended to be used daily by students in groups and independently. Unit 1 - Farm/Weather Theme *Recommended book for Unit 1 – “Otis and the Tornado” by Loren Long* Unit 2 - Food Theme *Recommended book for Unit 2 – “How Did That Get In My Lunch Box” by Chris Butterworth Unit 3 - Friends Theme *Recommended book for Unit 3 – “Friends” by Eric Carle Did you know th
Preview of Build a Better Reader! Literacy Sub-Skills Practice (Valentine's Day Theme)

Build a Better Reader! Literacy Sub-Skills Practice (Valentine's Day Theme)

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The development of literacy sub-skills directly affect a student’s reading ability. This program is intended to be used daily by students in groups and independently. *Recommended book for Valentine's Theme – “Crankenstein" by Samantha Berger Did you know that research shows traditional phonics programs over-target short vowel sounds and don’t do enough to teach the variety of sounds that an early reader will encounter. Interactive Essentials is built on supporting learners in a natural way a
Preview of Guiding Play - Visual Prompting Cards

Guiding Play - Visual Prompting Cards

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Do you have a learner who needs a little help figuring out what to play? Before or after circle time - post a few play prompts in the dramatic play area. Print & Play task cards save you time! All you need is a color printer and a scissor and you have high-interest, vibrant prompts that support little learners in planning and creative play. This pack targets planning and creative skills. Download includes: -Executive function information -13 BIG full color task cards -24 full color charact
Preview of Build a Better Reader! Literacy Sub-Skills Practice (Winter Theme)

Build a Better Reader! Literacy Sub-Skills Practice (Winter Theme)

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The development of literacy sub-skills directly affect a student’s reading ability. This program is intended to be used daily by students in groups and independently. WINTER Theme - *Recommended book - “A Snowy Day” by Ezra Jack Keats Did you know that research shows traditional phonics programs over-target short vowel sounds and don’t do enough to teach the variety of sounds that an early reader will encounter. Interactive Essentials is built on supporting learners in a natural way as they e
Preview of Inquiry Learning Task Cards

Inquiry Learning Task Cards

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FUN, FUN, FUN Cognitive Flexibility & Language Practice NO PREP - Just Print and Play Use this download as an independent activity or a center. Little learners find, talk about, and explore their "object". This download includes: -Six Domain Information. -Object and Procedure. -Materials List and example Map -Room layout. -Objective sheet -15 themes -Objectives Data Sheet and example -19 Domain Target Question Cards. -References. EARLY CHILDHOOD INFO: Young children need to explore, but they
Preview of Build a Better Reader! Literary Sub-skill Development - Food Theme (Unit 2)

Build a Better Reader! Literary Sub-skill Development - Food Theme (Unit 2)

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(Save money - this unit is part of a BUNDLE). The development of literacy sub-skills directly affect a student’s reading ability. This program is intended to be used daily by students in groups and independently. *Food/farm theme *Recommended book for Unit 2 – “How Did That Get In My Lunchbox?” by Chris Butterworth* Did you know that research shows traditional phonics programs over-target short vowel sounds and don’t do enough to teach the variety of sounds that an early reader will encounte
Preview of Draw, Play, Write! K-1 Winter Pack

Draw, Play, Write! K-1 Winter Pack

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Let's laugh and create! Let's move and play! Then let's write! Activity 1 – Do you want to build a snowman? Language and cognitive skills come together in this fun drawing activity. Your learners will infer and visualize their snowman using character traits and verb prompts. 31 character traits and 3 pages of verbs included. Multi – level prompts. Activity 2 – Winter noses on-a-stick. Learners make popular photo booth type props. Fine motor, language and cognitive skills work together t
Preview of Build a Better Reader! Literary Sub-skill Development - Farm Theme (Unit 1)

Build a Better Reader! Literary Sub-skill Development - Farm Theme (Unit 1)

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(Save money - this unit is part of a BUNDLE). *Farm/weather theme *Recommended book for Unit 1 – “Otis and the Tornado” by Loren Long* The development of literacy sub-skills directly affect a student’s reading ability. This program is intended to be used daily by students in groups and independently. Did you know that research shows traditional phonics programs over-target short vowel sounds and don’t do enough to teach the variety of sounds that an early reader will encounter. Interactive
Preview of Build a Better Reader! Literacy Sub-Skills Practice (St. Patrick's Day Theme)

Build a Better Reader! Literacy Sub-Skills Practice (St. Patrick's Day Theme)

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The development of literacy sub-skills directly affect a student’s reading ability. This program is intended to be used daily by students in groups and independently. *Recommended book for St. Patrick's Day Theme – “Jaime O'Rourke and the Big Potato” by Tomie DePaola Did you know that research shows traditional phonics programs over-target short vowel sounds and don’t do enough to teach the variety of sounds that an early reader will encounter. Interactive Essentials is built on supporting le
Preview of Build a Better Reader! Literary Sub-skill Development - Friends Theme (Unit 3)

Build a Better Reader! Literary Sub-skill Development - Friends Theme (Unit 3)

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(Save money - this unit is part of a BUNDLE). The development of literacy sub-skills directly affect a student’s reading ability. This program is intended to be used daily by students in groups and independently. *Friends theme *Recommended book for Unit 3 – “Friends” by Eric Carle* Did you know that research shows traditional phonics programs over-target short vowel sounds and don’t do enough to teach the variety of sounds that an early reader will encounter. Interactive Essentials is buil
Preview of Language EXPANDER for parents and professionals

Language EXPANDER for parents and professionals

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As a parent, daycare provider, or preschool teacher you are the primary language model for children. This handy organizer will help you plan and practice how to EXPAND your language. EARLY CHILDHOOD INFO: Young children need to explore, but they also need to learn about boundaries and how to follow directions. A balance of free play and structured play is critical in developing the kinds of skills that will make them more flexible, resilient, and persistent. Daily engagement in these critical
Preview of Build a Better Reader! Birthday Theme (Mini Giveaway)

Build a Better Reader! Birthday Theme (Mini Giveaway)

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Celebrate Birthday's with Start Here! literacy sub-skill development is ESSENTIAL to building a better reader. Start practicing today with this mini giveaway. Watch our YouTube video to learn more On Building a Better Reader HERE Use this mini themed download to check if your students need literacy sub-skill practice. -rhyme -sound study -syllables -circle the sound Do your students need more of this type of work? Check out the Interactive Essential Units Here. ************************S
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A Visual Paragraph Outline

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This outline is targeted to kids who enjoy playing video games. The picture prompts help the writer "SEE" how a paragraph is organized. example topic sentences: Video games are beneficial (educational) for kids. The new video game ______________ is out and I need it today! EARLY CHILDHOOD INFO: Young children need to explore, but they also need to learn about boundaries and how to follow directions. A balance of free play and structured play is critical in developing the kinds of skills that
Preview of Inventive Spelling is OK!  Classroom Posters

Inventive Spelling is OK! Classroom Posters

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Writing directly impacts reading. Use these colorful classroom posters to support inventive spelling in your learners. If you like this product and download it, please leave a rating and comment. Thank you. Happy writing!
Preview of A Just Right Book (Student Running Record & Mini Poster)

A Just Right Book (Student Running Record & Mini Poster)

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This cleanly designed running record data sheet and cute mini poster will keep students on track and working toward more complex texts. With compliments from Start Here! Clipart by Digital Paper Store.
Preview of Filling The Piggy Bank - Preschool Lesson Plan Tip Sheet

Filling The Piggy Bank - Preschool Lesson Plan Tip Sheet

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As a parent, daycare provider, or preschool teacher you are the primary model for little learners. This handy tip sheet will help you to plan effective activities. Post it in your planning area to help these best practices in mind. EARLY CHILDHOOD INFO: Young children need to explore, but they also need to learn about boundaries and how to follow directions. A balance of free play and structured play is critical in developing the kinds of skills that will make them more flexible, resilient, a
Preview of Circle Journals For The YEAR (The Bundle)

Circle Journals For The YEAR (The Bundle)

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Use circle journals to prompt student writing! These journal prompts are hands-on and fun to use. **************************************************************************** Download Includes: -Circle Journal How To, Visual Material Listing, and Four Full Color Examples -63 Printable Black & White Circle Journals ***************************************************************************** See preview for full listing of Circle Journal Topics
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Experience

This work reflects two things. My work as a reading & dyslexia specialist and OG-T in both a private and public school settings. 🤩 My seven years as an early intervention practitioner working with children from 0-3. I wrote and administered ABA programs, planned and delivered speech therapy interventions. 🐣 Experience teaching literacy skills to children from preschool to high school. Want to know more? http://www.readnis.com/

Teaching style

Flexible, research based, and developmentally targeted.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Graduated college with honors (Magna Cum Laude)

My own education history

Certified / highly qualified reading specialist, OG-T, structured literacy dyslexia specialist, elementary and special education teacher in New Jersey. Additional certifications in middle school L.A. & Social Studies.

Additional biographical information

Note to parents: these materials are not intended to replace professional evaluation and treatment. If your child is exhibiting any signs of autism spectrum or speech-language delay, they will be best served by being evaluated and treated by a licensed and certified professional.