9 Free UDL Resources Every Teacher Should Know About

Universal design for learning (UDL) is one of the most-discussed topics among our readers and social media followers. We keep our ear to the ground… Read More

Promoting Peer Engagement for Young Children on the Autism Spectrum: 7 Activity Ideas

How do you promote friendships and peer engagement in your inclusive early childhood classroom? Encouraging communication and cooperation is important for all your young learners,… Read More

5 Tips for Successful Lesson Planning

How’s your school year going so far? If you’re a new teacher, you might be feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of the classroom—maybe you’re struggling… Read More

6 Free Webinars for Inclusive Educators

This blog is brought to you by Brookes Publishing, a trusted publisher of books and other resources on education, disability,… Read More

Building Trauma-Sensitive Schools: A video Q&A with author Jen Alexander

Here in the United States, at least one in four children experiences trauma severe enough to negatively affect their school success.* That’s why Brookes,… Read More

When Grownups are Bullies: 3 Things to Do to Confront and Reduce Bullying Behavior by School Staff

Each October, we provide you with some practical tips and strategies for National Bullying Prevention Month—a nationwide campaign founded more than a decade ago by … Read More

8 Things Parents Can Do This Fall to Boost Their Child’s Development

Fall is finally here! It’s a busy season for many families, but the last few months before winter sets in are packed with lots of… Read More

Using Person-Centered Planning to Prepare Students for Employment

Person-centered planning, as defined by the PACER Center, is “an ongoing problem-solving process used to help people with disabilities plan for their… Read More

15 Things You Can Do Right Now to Prevent Classroom Behavior Challenges

Interventions are important when students engage in challenging behaviors—but build a strong foundation of preventative strategies, and you’ll probably find that fewer students need… Read More

15 Ways to Boost Early Language & Literacy Skills in Inclusive Classrooms

If you’re an early childhood educator, you know that the preschool and kindergarten years are an exciting time for language development. Kids are absorbing new… Read More