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Welcome to Teaching Autism! Here you will find engaging, hands-on and differentiated activities that are used by thousands of students all around the world. From task boxes to adapted books and binders.. You’ll find resources that I’ve successfully used in over 10 years of my career.
Hi! I'm Nikki, an autism specialist with over 10 years of experience working with students aged 3-19. My passion for creating hands-on and engaging resources, as well as providing support to other educators all around the world is what led me to create 'Teaching Autism.'
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Shark Number Recognition 0-50 | Math Shark Week Activities
This shark themed number game is a great way for students to work on their instructional skills, listening skills, and number recognition skills. This shark game will be a great way for you to celebrate shark week in your setting. Instructions:Print out the pages that you wish to useCut out the mouth of the shark and laminate the shark page so students can post through his mouth. Or cut out the shark on his own, cut out his mouth and then put onto a box so that students post the number throu
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
Number Matching Math Task Box for Special Education
Do you want to find an engaging and hands-on math task box for your special education students? Are your students struggling to match numbers? If so, this delivering mail number matching task box activity is perfect to add to your math centers. This activity includes numbers 0-20.Students will need to match the number on the letter to the number on the houses, and help the mail man to deliver his letters. You can print out multiple copies of the letters included if you want your students
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
3 Little Pigs Math Worksheets | Fairy Tale Math Activities for Kindergarten 1st
Make math fun and engaging with these hands-on 3 Little Pigs math worksheets! This fairy tale themed resource includes a variety of no prep math activities designed to help students practice important early math skills in an engaging and motivating way. With 22 different worksheets included, this pack is perfect for math centers, morning work, small groups, independent work, early finishers, homework, and special education classrooms. The fun 3 Little Pigs theme helps keep students interested
K - 1st
Math, Numbers, Other (Math)
Fire Safety Activities | Counting Play Dough Mats
Do your students love to work with play dough? Are you looking for hands-on and engaging fire safety activities? If so, these fire safety counting play dough mat activities are perfect to add to your math centers. Play dough is a great motivator for many students and can also be a great learning tool within the classroom. These play dough mats will help provide that extra learning experience while continuing the theme of fire safety within your learning environment. What's Included?Pl
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
Also included in: Fire Safety Activities Bundle | Fire Safety Week
Math Counting Task Box for Special Education
Are your students struggling with their counting and number recognition skills? Or are they struggling to understand the relationship between numbers and quantities? If so, this fun seashell counting activity is going to be the perfect addition to your math centers. This math activity is a great way for you to get your students working on their number recognition and counting skills in a hands-on and engaging way. Students will use a clothing peg or dry-wipe pen to choose their answer
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
Counting Apples Math Task Box for Special Education
Do you want to find an engaging independent work task box activity for your math centers? Your students will love working on their counting and number recognition skills with this task box. And it's a fun way for your students to understand the relationship between numbers and quantities. Students need to count the apples that are on the apple tree, and then select their answer out of 3 options on the side of the task card. They can select their answer by using a clothing peg, dry wipe pen o
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
Measuring with Snap Cubes Task Box Flower Measurement Activity Special Education
Are your students learning to measure using non-standard units? Looking for a hands-on, engaging spring or flower-themed math activity?This Measuring with Snap Cubes Task Box is perfect for helping students practice measurement, counting, and comparison skills in a fun, interactive way. Designed for special education, this activity supports fine motor skills, visual learning, and independent work. What Students Will Do Students will: Use snap cubes to measure each image Count how many cub
PreK - K
Math, Measurement, Numbers
Also included in: Flower Task Boxes for Special Education | Bundle of Task Boxes
Parrot Activities Workbook | No Prep Literacy, Math & Fine Motor Worksheets
Make learning fun and engaging with this Parrot Activities Workbook! This no-prep printable workbook includes 14 parrot-themed worksheets designed to target a wide range of academic and fine motor skills while keeping students motivated through an exciting animal theme. Perfect for preschool, kindergarten, first grade, special education, autism classrooms, homeschool learning, literacy centers, morning work, independent work, sub plans, and animal or jungle-themed units, this printable workbook
K - 1st
Numbers, Reading, Writing
Counting Crayons Task Box for Special Education
Are your students struggling with their counting and number recognition skills? Or are they struggling to understand the relationship between numbers and quantities? If so, this fun hands-on crayon counting activity is going to be the perfect addition to your math centers. This math activity is a great way for you to get your students working on their number recognition and counting skills in a hands-on and engaging way. Students need to use real crayons and place the correct amount
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
Dentist Ten Frame Task Cards | Dental Health Math Activities 0–10
These Dentist Ten Frame Task Cards are a fun, hands-on way for students to practice counting, number formation, and ten frame skills while connecting learning to a dental health theme. Perfect for math centers, small groups, or independent work, these task cards help students build foundational number skills using manipulatives, dry-erase markers, or bingo daubers. What’s Included Ten frame task cards for numbers 0–10Blank ten frames for hands-on countingNumber formation practice on each card
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
Number Recognition and Counting Math Activity
Are your students struggling to recognize numbers displayed in different ways? Or are they struggling to understand the relationship between numbers and quantities? If so, this fun and hands-on popcorn activity is going to be the perfect addition to your math centers. Your students will love working with this fun popcorn game - and it can be used in two different ways in your math centers! 1. Students match the different pieces of popcorn that display numbers (0-10) in different
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
Worm Measuring Task Cards with Snap Cubes | Nonstandard Measurement Activities
Make teaching measurement fun, hands-on, and meaningful with these Worm Measuring Task Cards with Snap Cubes! This engaging nonstandard measurement activity is perfect for helping students learn how to measure length using snap cubes in a way that actually makes sense. Instead of worksheets, students will actively measure each worm using snap cubes, making this the perfect addition to your math centers, task boxes, or independent work systems. What’s Included: Worm-themed measuring task car
PreK - K
Math, Measurement, Numbers
Number Names Boom Cards | Number Word Matching Activities | Kindergarten Math
Looking for engaging digital math activities to help your students learn number names and number word recognition?This Cinco de Mayo themed Boom Cards deck is perfect for building number sense, number recognition, and matching skills in a fun, interactive way. With multiple levels and options, this resource makes differentiation simple while keeping students motivated. Skills Targeted These Boom Cards help students develop: Number name recognition Number word matching Number recognition
PreK - K
Math, Numbers, Vocabulary
Earth Day Counting Task Cards for Special Education | Math Centers 0-20
Need quick, hands-on Earth Day math activities your students can use independently? These counting task cards make practicing numbers fun, engaging, and easy to prep. Make your Earth Day math lessons simple and engaging with these counting task cards, designed for autism and special education students. Students count objects and choose the correct answer, helping them build number recognition and counting skills in a fun, seasonal way. Perfect for: Math centers Independent work Early finish
PreK - K
Math, Numbers, Other (Math)
Construction Bricks Ten Frame Task Box | Counting to 10 Math Activity
Make math hands-on and engaging with this Construction Bricks Ten Frame Task Box! Perfect for early learners, preschool, kindergarten, and special education, this resource helps students practice counting, number recognition, and subitizing in a fun, construction-themed way. Students will look at each ten frame filled with colorful construction bricks and answer the question, "How many bricks are in the ten frame?" It’s the perfect activity for building number sense and fine motor skills whil
PreK - K
Geometry, Math, Numbers
Also included in: Construction Task Boxes for Special Education | Bundle of Task Boxes
Counting Lemonade Task Box 0-20 | Lemonade Theme Day
Do you want to find an engaging lemonade theme day independent work task box activity for your math centers? Your students will love working on their counting and number recognition skills with this fun lemonade theme task box. And it's a fun way for your students to understand the relationship between numbers and quantities. Students need to count the ice cubes that are in the glass of lemonade, and then select their answer out of 3 options on the side of the task card. They can select thei
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
Under the Sea Errorless File Folder Activities | Ocean-Themed Errorless Learning
Looking for errorless learning file folder activities with an under the sea theme that help students work independently and confidently? These Under the Sea Errorless File Folder Activities are designed for special education classrooms, autism programs, ABA therapy, and early intervention. Each activity is structured to be completely errorless, making them ideal for students who benefit from predictable, high-success learning tasks. Perfect for ocean units, summer themes, life skills centers,
PreK - K
Numbers, Other (ELA), Reading Strategies
Also included in: Errorless File Folder Activities Bundle for Special Education | Autism
Missing Number Math Task Box for Special Education
Are you looking for an engaging math activity to add to your dental health unit? Or are you looking for independent work tasks to use in your special education classroom? If so, this dental health missing number activity is the perfect addition to your classroom. Students need to look at the numbers on the teeth and work out what the missing number is and insert it. You can use the included individual teeth with numbers on that are in this pack or you can use a dry-wipe pen to get your students
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
Halloween Missing Number Math Task Box for Special Education
Are you looking for an engaging math activity to add to your Halloween or ghost unit? Or are you looking for independent work tasks to use in your special education classroom? If so, this Halloween missing number activity is the perfect addition to your classroom. Students need to look at the numbers on the ghosts and work out what the missing number is and insert it. Students will use a dry-wipe pen to fill in the missing numbers. This gives them the opportunity to work on their number
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
Math Boom Cards | Counting to 10 Candles on the Cake
Do your students need to work on their counting, number recognition and computer skills? Are you looking for engaging, digital resources that are perfect to use both in the classroom as well as for distance learning for counting to 10? If so, this counting the candles on the cake boom cards resource is perfect for you to use with your students. How to UseStudents need to count how many candles are on the cake.Then, they choose their answer out of 2 number symbol options on the bottom of the
PreK - 1st
Math, Numbers
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About the store
Experience
Welcome to Teaching Autism! Here you will find engaging, hands-on and differentiated activities that are used by thousands of students all around the world. From task boxes to adapted books and binders.. You’ll find resources that I’ve successfully used in over 10 years of my career.
Hi! I'm Nikki, an autism specialist with over 10 years of experience working with students aged 3-19. My passion for creating hands-on and engaging resources, as well as providing support to other educators all around the world is what led me to create 'Teaching Autism.'
Teaching style
Nikki has always been passionate about creating engaging, student-led learning opportunities that foster independence and confidence. Her focus is on helping each student reach their full potential in ways that align with their individual strengths, abilities, and needs.
A strong believer in "less stress, more success," Nikki founded Teaching Autism to share high-quality, ready-to-use resources designed to support educators while easing the day-to-day pressure.
Her creative and innovative teaching approach has earned her a stellar reputation with schools around the world. From hosting a pretend wedding in a real wedding venue to transforming classrooms into monthly crime scenes, Nikki brings a unique, imaginative twist to learning - making lessons not only educational, but truly unforgettable.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I’m proud to have been recognized for my dedication to the autism community and the work I do through Teaching Autism. I was honored to be a runner-up for an Autism Heroes Award in recognition of my commitment to supporting autistic students.
My website, TeachingAutism.co.uk, was named the #1 Best UK Autism Blog in 2018, and in 2019, Teaching Autism was a runner-up for the Online Social Network Award. That same year, I was also voted the 21st Best Autism Blog on the internet.
My own education history
On top of my educational qualifications, I have also received training in; Play, Sensology, Autism, What is Autism?, PECS, Google Classroom, First Aid, Epilepsy, Fire Safety, CPI, MAPA, Literacy, Numeracy, ICT, SEN: Autism, SEN: Behaviour, Non-Verbal Literacy, Non-Verbal Math, Rights Respecting Schools, Sensory Integration, Makaton, Food Hygiene, Numicon, Read Write Inc., Language Link, Manual Handling, Infant Links, Making Maths Fun, SIMS, Behaviour Watch, BookCreator, iPad, Touch Trust, Music Therapy, Sensology, Social Eyes, Early Intervention Behaviour Management for Teachers, Safeguarding, ELKLAN taster, SCERTS, ABA, Understanding Autism, along with attending regular conferences.
Additional biographical information
I share my knowledge, experience and training with the world through my;
- Blog; https://teachingautism.co.uk
- Podcast; https://www.learningwithnikki.com/podcasts/teaching-autism-and-special-education-by-nikki
- Online Training Course for Autism and Special Education Teachers; https://www.learningwithnikki.com/autism-classroom-training
- Monthly VIP Membership; https://www.learningwithnikki.com/monthly-membership-sales-page
- Task Box Library https://www.learningwithnikki.com/the-task-box-library
You can also view videos of my resources in action at my Youtube channel; https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8jqVhrHKB3zMAlzOQSnnyA/videos?view_as=subscriber
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