The structured literacy-aligned planning guide The Writing Rope presents an innovative curriculum that weaves together multiple skills and strategies into five fundamentals of evidence-based writing instruction. Get a preview of the five components of proficient writing in this free download. Read More
“I can forgive past mistakes.” “I can start fresh each day.” Those two simple yet powerful statements are part of this month’s free download, a 10-sentence mantra that can help you reflect on and refresh your mindset on challenging classroom behavior (adapted from The Paraprofessional’s Handbook for Effective Support in Inclusive Classrooms). Read More
See a handy list of the forms and resources included on the AEPS-3 Forms USB. Read More
You can help establish continuity between school and home by sharing the rationale for classroom behavior standards with students’ families. That’s one of eight practical suggestions featured in this tip sheet on helping students follow behavior guidelines, adapted from the upcoming book Understanding and Supporting Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders. Read More
Empowering parents and families to support positive behavior outside the classroom helps lay the groundwork for social-emotional health in children. Adapted from the upcoming book Helping Your Family Thrive, here are six proactive tips to share with families and caregivers so they can nurture desired behavior at home. Read More
Applying the Practice-Based Coaching framework in a virtual delivery format provides a number of benefits for early childhood professionals. But, it can also present a number of unique challenges, too. The following tips can help you fulfill and support the coaching essentials of the PBC framework when working in a virtual setting. Read More
Use this handy walkthrough to familiarize yourself with the AEPS-3 Child Observation Data Form, used to record a child's performance on the AEPS-3 Test. Read More
Adapted from Ruth Cook's and Shirley Sparks' new book, The Art and Practice of Home Visiting, Second Edition, here are eight ways to create a respectful relationship with families that will lead to facilitation of family empowerment. Read More
The effects of bilingualism on the human brain have been much debated, but what does the latest research say? This tip sheet outlines five key research findings on the neurocognitive consequences of bilingualism. Read More
Get these 9 practical tips for creating a more inclusive space inside your school's front office. Based on the book Inclusion in Action by Nicole Eredics. Read More
