by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Jul 28, 2022 | Organization & Classroom Setup, Play |
I do not know about you but most of my fondest memories of elementary school revolved around centers time. I LOVED the kitchen area, dramatic play and dressing up, and painting. Of course, at that time I had no idea how much thought and planning went into the set up...
by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Jun 23, 2022 | Play, Social Skills |
Some of the most frequent questions I get from parents and teachers are how to teach play skills and what should I be expecting when I see children play? You might have had this beautiful, peaceful vision when you opened your play centers or implemented free play time...
by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | May 26, 2022 | Basic Skills, Play |
When you look at your teaching/therapy style how would you describe it to someone else? Do you tend to lean towards a very structured plan and systematic activities, or do you prefer to engage in more child led activities? Maybe a mix of both? I do not think there’s a...
by Heather Hoeft, B.S., M.Ed., LBS1 | Apr 27, 2022 | Life Skills, Play, Social Skills |
Social skills groups are important for all children. Social skills groups can create learning opportunities for children to practice what they have learned in real life situations. These groups help children make friends with the support of their teachers or...
by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Jan 27, 2022 | Expressive Language, Play |
I recently saw a colleague using the functional life skills adapted book series in her classroom with older students and I just fell in love! I knew I had to find functional and engaging ways to use these with my young learners. Check out how I modified and extended...
by Heather Hoeft, B.S., M.Ed., LBS1 | Jan 26, 2022 | Academics, Classroom Instruction, Life Skills, Play, Social Skills, Work Tasks |
Play is important for all people in all grades. In the classroom, at a center, in the home, everywhere! Play is the best way for all learners to experience their world and connect with peers and adults within their environment. Did you know that play serves a purpose...
