Parenting

Unlocking the Power of Behavior Charts: 5 Easy Steps to Creating A Fun and Effective Behavior Chart

Unlocking the Power of Behavior Charts: 5 Easy Steps to Creating A Fun and Effective Behavior Chart

A behavior chart is a strategy that helps change or encourage a child’s behavior. There are many different types of behavior charts, ranging from simple to complex. 

By focusing on and rewarding desired behaviors, we can help children develop new habits and skills. Positive reinforcement boosts can boost children’s self-esteem and motivate them to continue practicing positive actions and behaviors.

The fun thing about behavior charts is that they provide a visual representation of progress and achievement. This makes it easier for children to track their own growth.

When children see their successes on the chart, it builds a sense of pride and encourages them to strive for further improvement (just like us adults!). 

Top 41 Special Education Acronyms 

You’re at your child’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meeting.  The special education teacher reviews your child’s school placement, and says that for your child to receive FAPE, they need to stay in the LRE…. what?!  

I’m helping you crack the code of these acronyms!  Special Education has many acronyms, representing many important decisions for your child.

Free Social Story Templates for Children
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Free Social Story Templates for Children

Social stories are one of my favorite tools to use for children with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, or children with Executive Functioning challenges.   

Social stories can help children pick up on cues they normally wouldn’t notice and learn how to respond to these cues. Social stories can also help children learn new skills for social situations, or understand how to behave in new situations.

Simple and Effective Sensory Items for Children in the Classroom 

Simple and Effective Sensory Items for Children in the Classroom 

Children with disabilities often need support in using sensory strategies to help their bodies and brains feel regulated.  Staying regulated can help with thinking, processing, making good decisions, and completing work. 

You may have noticed that your child needs to chew on something when they are upset or thinking, maybe they need to take a walk to calm down, or maybe they sit on a wobble stool or yoga ball when they are doing their work. Some of the students I work with will hand flap or toe walk to help their bodies feel regulated.

Over the years, I have learned about many different items that support students’ sensory needs, and I can’t wait to share them with you!

Why choose a section 504 plan versus an IEP?
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Why choose a section 504 plan versus an IEP?

Has your child’s doctor told you to request a 504 plan or Individual Education Plan (IEP) for your child in school? Or maybe a friend has mentioned that their child has one, and you are wondering if that is the right route for your child? Maybe you are looking for ways to support your struggling learner in the classroom.

But what does 504 or IEP even mean? How can they help your child or teen? I’m here to help break down the differences for you.