by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Apr 28, 2022 | Language Arts, Literacy for Children with Autism |
After almost 12 years of teaching tiny humans in the classroom, I have tried so many strategies to increase active engagement, attention and just overall fun with learning. Now I am with even younger children (birth to 3), and I have a lot of parents that say their...
by Michelle Lindenmuth, M.Ed. | Apr 18, 2022 | Academics, Language Arts |
Let’s talk about my classroom language arts center! My class is a TK-1st grade autism classroom. I structure the day with centers, which makes for a nicely structured environment for my students. My centers are all various subjects ranging from independent skills,...
by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Mar 24, 2022 | Basic Skills, Language Arts |
My love for basic learner skills runs deep. If you are not sure what I am talking about, here is a post to get you started. I have always worked in elementary school settings and saw HUGE gaps in children when it came to trying to teach grade level standards. I was...
by Holly Bueb | Jan 11, 2022 | Curriculum Ideas, Language Arts, Organization & Classroom Setup |
Small group instruction is essential to our students with diverse learning needs, especially when teaching a fundamental academic and life skill such as reading. It is important to group students in a way that is beneficial to each group member, use a consistent...
by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Dec 9, 2021 | Cooking, Language Arts, Play, Visuals |
The weather in Maryland is turning chilly again so what better way to keep active learning engagement than with presents, cookies, and themed books! There are so many ways to differentiate and extend the following activities so do not feel like you must stick with...
by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Nov 30, 2021 | Basic Skills, Language Arts |
As soon as November 30th hits, I launch right into snowman and gingerbread house themed activities! I have had a lot of requests for an early childhood lesson example and the following can be differentiated to older students as well! If you have read any of my...
