Teacher report cards

View the activity and discover how to create teacher report cards. A description of teacher report cards as an assessment tool, as well as directions and an example are included. Read More

7 Key Features of Quality Inclusion

Adapted from The Preschool Inclusion Toolbox, this infographic walks you through 7 key features of an effective inclusion program. Pinpointed with early childhood programs in mind, the list is also applicable to K-12 classrooms. Read and share with fellow inclusion advocates! Read More

First/then board

View the sample activity and discover how to create a first/then board. This excerpt includes a general discription of the activity, materials needed to create the board, and instructions for the board's assembly. Read More

Games to play in your inclusive class

The use of games can boost the participation and interest of students, help teachers make curriculum relevant and more comprehensible, and make abstract concepts concrete. Check out this excerpt for a descriptive list of games to play in your inclusive class! Read More

Math communication board

View the sample activity and discover how to create a math communication board. This excerpt includes a general discription of the activity, materials needed to create the board, and instructions for the board's assembly. Read More

Numbers alive

View the sample activity and how to perform the mathematics activity, numbers alive. A description of the activity, as well as directions, and examples are included. Read More

Sample PreK Floor Plan for Keeping All Kids Engaged

Adapted from Engagement of Every Child in the Preschool Classroom, this colorful sample floor plan lays out for preschool educators one option in using their space efficiently and effectively to maximize student learning. Sidebar annotations provide the research-based reasoning behind this proposed classroom set-up. Read More

How to Zone Your Preschool Classroom

Zones are a great way to organize centers in your early childhood classroom! Download this tip sheet to get 6 basic rules of thumb for setting up zones successfully and making them work for you and your students. Read More

Assessing physical and social characteristics and inclusion readiness

Reflection is key to launching a successful inclusive early childhood program. Use these form questions while observing your classroom's physical and social climate to determine if your space is inclusion ready. Sample filled-in forms are also provided as an example. Read More

What is Quality Inclusion?

Get a glimpse into the current state of inclusion in the US with this introductory chapter to The Preschool Inclusion Toolbox: How to Build and Lead a High-Quality Program. Read More