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8 Ways to Boost Social-Emotional Skills in an Inclusive Classroom
December 3, 2024
Inclusive classrooms should focus not only on nurturing students’ academic skills, but also on promoting the social-emotional skills all learners will need to make friends, work well with others, and…
6 Qualities of Meaningful Mealtimes for Young Children
November 21, 2024
Mealtimes in early learning settings are about more than just eating. They present rich opportunities for connection, learning, and positive food experiences. The new guidebook Meaningful Mealtimes shows early childhood…
15 Ways to Provide “Silent Supports” to Students
November 19, 2024
Today’s post was excerpted and adapted from the second edition of The Paraprofessional’s Handbook for Effective Support in Inclusive Classrooms, by inclusion experts Julie Causton & Kate MacLeod. Receiving support in the…
11 Great Quotes about Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
November 5, 2024
UDL enthusiasts, this post is for you! We love sharing tips and insights from Brookes authors on how to create a universally designed learning environment that meets the needs of…
6 Must-Have Resources for Supporting Students on the Autism Spectrum
October 31, 2024
Like all learners, students on the autism spectrum have a wide range of strengths, challenges, and support needs. To help you promote the academic and behavioral success of autistic learners,…
Supporting Students on the Path to Disability Pride
October 28, 2024
*Updated 10/28/24 How can you best support students with non-visible disabilities---such as speech/language disorders, learning disabilities, and behavioral disorders---on their path to disability pride and empowerment? That's what we'll discuss…
9 Practices for Enriching Mealtimes in Early Learning Settings
September 5, 2024
*Today’s guest blog post is by the authors of the practical new book Meaningful Mealtimes—Yev Veverka, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Susan A. Ramage, R.N., M.N., Christy Baker, OTR/L, CLE, Kelsey Milne, M.S.,…
10 Ways to Teach and Include All Students This Year
July 25, 2024
As you plan for your new school year, what are some ways to meet the learning needs of all students and ensure that your classroom is a place of kindness,…
Teacher Tips: Your Quick Guide to Writing the BEST Goals for Student IEPs
July 18, 2024
*Today’s post has been adapted from the second edition of The IEP Checklist by Clarissa E. Rosas & Kathleen G. Winterman Although the concept of writing measurable IEP goals and objectives is…
11 Paraprofessional Questions—Answered by Experts!
July 9, 2024
Paraprofessionals are key members of every successful inclusion team. Today’s post provides concise, helpful answers to some of the most commonly asked questions paraprofessionals have about their important job. Excerpted…