I am always searching for ideas for differentiating for learners with communication, social, and learning needs. This article on differentiating writing instruction for learners with autism is one such resource I have accessed on more than one occasion. This article by Karen Berlin is one of many great articles on supporting diverse learners that can be found [Read more…]
FUN FRIDAY: End of year ideas
Today is the last day of school in our community, so teachers have spent the week celebrating, reflecting, and enjoying their students. If your year is ending soon and your are looking for some quick and easy ‘last week’ rituals and ideas, see this short post by Brandi Jordan on The Teacher’s Lounge. I just […]
Visual schedules, reminder strips and more
If you have students with autism or other disabilities who need the help of visual supports, you may want to examine the photos and examples over at Do2Learn. Picture schedules and visual directions can help students become more independent, learn unfamiliar tasks, and reduce their anxiety about new routines (e.g., checking a book out from […]
FUN FRIDAY: Ready for summer reading…
If this doesn’t inspire your students to prepare their summer reading list, we don’t know what will!
Reading comprehension for students on the spectrum
I have a guest blog about reading comprehension and autism this week on Home Educating Family Publishing. If you have students on the spectrum needing a little extra support in this area, you may want to take a peek.
FUN FRIDAY: Radio reading
Give your students a microphone and let them pretend to be a broadcaster while reading at their next small group reading center. Miss Kindergarten uses “Radio Reading” to transform reluctant readers into enthusiastic announcers. Your students can build fluency unintentionally, as they entertain their peers with a “show”. This technique can be especially helpful for […]
