A full range of curriculum, content & resources for busy and new teachers that teach alternate standards
How to Use AAC in Your Classroom Without Feeling Overwhelmed
If you’ve ever looked at an AAC device or a core board and thought: “This is powerful…but where do I even start with How to Use AAC in Your Classroom?”—you’re not alone. Many special education teachers feel overwhelmed when it comes to implementing AAC. The good news? You don’t have to master it all at once. With a few simple strategies, you can start using AAC in your classroom without the stress. Let’s walk through a step-by-step approach that will
Special Education Lesson Plan Tips for Busy Special Educators
As special educators, we recognize the importance of planning lessons for all of our learning environments. Throughout the day, we will explore practical strategies and
force and motion hands‑on activities special ed
This blog post shows how to teach force and motion to special education students using adapted, interactive science lessons. With a sample plan, real classroom story, free resources, and a TpT product that makes setup easy, you’ll feel confident teaching this concept in your self-contained classroom.
teaching earth’s physical features special ed
This blog post focuses on teaching earth’s physical features to special education students using visuals, hands-on learning, and differentiated materials. You’ll discover real classroom strategies, an easy-to-use TpT resource, free downloads, and practical tips for boosting science engagement in your self-contained special ed classroom.
adapted five senses science activities for special education
This blog post explores how to teach adapted five senses science activities for special education students. You’ll learn strategies for engaging sensory learners, using adapted tools, and implementing hands-on lessons that build understanding and confidence.
weather and seasons adapted science lesson plans
This blog post shares how to teach weather and seasons in special education using adapted science lesson plans. It includes visuals, examples, a step-by-step plan, a real classroom story, and links to a TpT product and two free resources. Discover how to make science fun and accessible for every learner.
adapted recycling lesson special education students
In this blog post, you’ll learn how to use adapted recycling lessons to teach environmental science in a self-contained special education classroom. We’ll cover what makes these units effective, how to use them step-by-step, where to grab powerful resources, and how to snag four classroom-ready freebies. Plus, you’ll get a real story from the classroom and practical ways to make learning stick.
adapted outer space lesson for special needs
This post explores how to teach the solar system using an adapted outer space lesson for special needs learners. It includes real classroom tips, a weeklong plan, free tools, and a TpT resource to bring planets and stars to life for every student.
adapted inventors inventions lesson special needs
In this blog post, discover how to teach the concept of inventors and inventions using an adapted special education unit. You’ll learn easy lesson ideas, tips, and find a ready-to-go TpT resource for your classroom.
land water features adapted social studies
Discover how to teach adapted land and water features social studies lessons in a self-contained special education classroom. This post shares engaging lesson ideas, real-life teaching tips, a free resource, and an adapted TpT unit to help students understand landforms and bodies of water.