by Jen Koenig, B.S, M.Ed., LBS1 | Nov 17, 2021 | Adapted Books, Basic Skills, Classroom Instruction, Expressive Language, Receptive Language, Resources |
Using Adapted Books in Small Groups It’s no secret that I love adapted books. I’ve talked often about how I use them in my classroom for independent work. One thing I love to do is use adapted books in small groups. It’s a familiar task that works on relevant skills,...
by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Nov 11, 2021 | Basic Skills, Communication, Fall |
Well, it’s that time of year again! I love the holidays and different seasonal themes to increase engagement and skill building. You guessed it. It’s turkey time! As I now work with even younger kiddos (sometimes as young as 20 months), I have been stretching myself...
by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Oct 28, 2021 | Basic Skills, Communication, Resources |
As a special education teacher, I feel like I am an octopus of teaching multi leveled curriculum and basic learning skills to students. I love finding ways to use a resource in multiple ways to meet the needs of my kiddos. Chances are you, or a colleague will have...
by Heather Hoeft, B.S., M.Ed., LBS1 | Oct 13, 2021 | Academics, Basic Skills, Language Arts, Math |
Looking at the yearly planning guide, the month of October has a lot in store! I love celebrating the different holidays from all cultures of our learners and their families. It adds some spice to our daily routines! Predictability and consistency is very important in...
by Sadie Bailey M.A. CCC-SLP | Sep 29, 2021 | Basic Skills, Communication, Resources |
Through The Autism Helper’s social media accounts and our Membership, we have received a TON of messages asking for recommendations on early childhood resources. I’ve had this topic planned for awhile so, I was super excited to see that Gina’s post...
by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Sep 23, 2021 | Basic Skills |
Have you ever walked into a work with teacher or one on one session and thought, “Oh wow he/she is just going to love this activity”! You have all your supports, you’re ready and suddenly there is not nearly as much engagement as you thought? Maybe you even see some...
