Teaching life skills is an essential part of special education, helping students gain the independence they need to navigate daily life. However, for many students
In the special education classroom, promoting social emotional learning (SEL) is essential for nurturing the development of our students. By intentionally infusing SEL strategies throughout the school day, we create a positive and inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and emotionally.
The magic of play based learning education can occur in a variety of settings. My personal favorite way to integrate play and education at the same time is through a dramatic play center!
I am excited to introduce this week’s guest blog from Allie from Miss Behavior to explain all about the diagnosis of emotional disability. Allie is a mom, author, and special educator with a passion for social emotional learning, equitable behavior practices, and trauma informed practices. She is here today to explain more about emotional disability in our students and how we can best support them.
Children’s books that feature characters with disabilities can help promote acceptance, understanding, and inclusion in the classroom. By reading these books to their students, teachers can teach children about the challenges faced by people with disabilities, while also showing that they are no different from anyone else.