5 Classroomwide Practices to Improve Behavior

Discover five simple practices you can implement in your early childhood classroom to improve child behavior. One example is to establish routines within your existing routines. Read More

[INFOGRAPHIC] Better Interactions, Better Behavior: 12 Tips for More Positive Early Childhood Classrooms

How can I get my class to behave? Read More

11 Tips for NEW Inclusive Educators

11 tips from veteran educator Julie Causton, an in-demand inclusion expert and author of these books on inclusive school teams. Read More

10 Things Effective Educators Do (Infographic)

I want to share this neat infographic on 10 Things Effective Educators Do. Read More

7 Tips for Helping Students Avoid Overload

Adapted from Solving Executive Function Challenges by Lauren Kenworthy & colleagues, these tips are good ways to support kids with autism, though they can also apply to any student who is easily overstimulated and struggles with changes in routine. (You can find the tips in a shareable infographic right below the post!) Read More

11 Things Rocking Co-Teachers Do

I’m bringing you a list of critical success factors for all co-teachers, excerpted and adapted from Julie Causton’s book, The Educator’s Handbook for Inclusive School Practices. Read More

QuickTips: Promoting Critical Thinking Skills in Young Learners

For this post, I want to share a helpful infographic with some great tips on supporting the development of preschoolers’ thinking skills—the foundation of their future academic success. Read More

INFOGRAPHIC: 5 Low- or No-Tech AT Options for Your Students

This infographic gives you five examples of low-cost, low-tech options—from activity boards to laminated icon cards—for students who need help with their communication skills. Read More

10 Practical Principles for Peer Supports: Getting Students Ready to Help

Peer supports are one of the most effective ways to help students with disabilities reach their potential and ensure that their academic and social needs are met. Read More

Preschool Inclusion: How It Helps, Where to Start

In the 40+ years since the Education for All Handicapped Children Act was passed, how have early childhood programs in the U.S. progressed toward inclusion—and what should we do to promote more welcoming and inclusive classrooms in preschools across the country? Read More