Author Q&A: David Schonfeld and Marcia Quackenbush on the new edition of The Grieving Student

Death and grief will affect the lives of almost all children at some point—and in the era of COVID-19, more families than ever are experiencing… Read More

11 Big Ways Paraprofessionals Can Support All Students Virtually

In inclusive schools and classrooms, paraprofessionals are incredibly valuable human resources. Students benefit in so many ways from the support of paraprofessionals—they not only provide… Read More

4 Tips for Using Positive Descriptive Feedback with Young Learners

Positive descriptive feedback is one of the most effective ways to reinforce desired behavior in young children and address behavior challenges in a gentle, nonpunitive… Read More

Vocabulary Instruction Tips for Students With and Without Disabilities

Because vocabulary is such a critical aspect of language and reading comprehension, effective vocabulary instruction is important for students of all ages and ability levels. Read More

Education Beyond 2020: Everything Happens for a Reason? Nope.

2020 challenged both educators and families in ways we never anticipated, and we’ll feel its reverberations long after the pandemic fades. Serious issues—some created by… Read More

10 Activities for Teaching Young Children About Emotions

Having the vocabulary to talk about emotions is an important part of healthy social-emotional development. In today’s post, we’re sharing a few simple games and… Read More

ICYMI: Our Top 10 Blog Posts of 2020

It’s (finally) almost time to bid 2020 farewell—and judging from the comments we’ve seen on social media, we’re all pretty eager to say goodbye to… Read More

21 Skill-Boosting At-Home Activities to Try with Your Child This Winter

With COVID-19 still complicating the everyday lives of families across the country, many parents continue to struggle with the effects of the pandemic—and worry about… Read More

12 Ways Paraprofessionals Can Teach Independence Skills

“As a paraprofessional, one of your most important roles is preparing students to become more independent and begin planning and making choices about their… Read More

8 Things Families Can Do to Prepare Students with Disabilities for College Success

Postsecondary education can be a powerful and meaningful experience for young adults—and as more and more colleges and universities establish inclusive programs, more students with… Read More