You know what’s fun? Watching your child confidently match letters like it’s no big deal—because eventually, it is no big deal. But getting there? Ugh, that takes practice. And if you’re parenting a ...

For years, readers have asked me for IEP goals specifically for students with autism. And for just as many years, I’ve been hesitant to publish a big list. Not because the goals don’t exist. But ...

Valentine’s Day is almost here, and so is the sugar rush. If you need a quiet, low-prep activity to channel the chaos, these Valentine’s Coordinate Graphing Sheets are your new BFF. They’ll be so busy ...

Who says dinosaurs can’t celebrate Christmas? These free printable dinosaur Christmas coloring pages combine two kid favorites — dinos and the holidays — into one fun activity. Perfect for classrooms, ...

If you’re a parent navigating the IEP waters in Illinois (and let’s face it, you are), knowing your state’s regulations is going to be essential going forward. The federal law, the Individuals with ...

Whether you’re teaching social-emotional learning or just want to spark meaningful reflection, these kindness-themed writing prompts encourage kids (and adults!) to think about empathy, gratitude, and ...

Ok, so social media has been in a tizzy for the past week over this. Here’s what we know so far, as far as the possible OSEP shutdown and the Special Education Layoffs. This is longer than I had ...

You’ve been told you have parents rights in special education. At every IEP meeting, someone slides a thick booklet across the table: Procedural Safeguards, Parents’ Rights, Notice of Action, whatever ...

You’ve done the hard part…you put your request for IEP evaluations in writing. That single step starts the clock ticking. But now what? What happens between sending the request and sitting down at an ...

When parents first hear the phrase Specially Designed Instruction (SDI), it can feel overwhelming and abstract. You might wonder, “Okay, but what does that actually look like in a classroom?” The ...

Do your students ask you how to spell “because” three times a week, even though it’s on the word wall? It might be time to dust off those dictionary skills. And yes, I included the answer keys with ...

Let’s be real—kids think about food a lot. So why not use that obsession to sneak in some learning? These food-themed worksheets are the perfect mix of fun and educational, without turning into a ...