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Successful Calm Corner Ideas for Classrooms

What is a Classroom Calm Corner? The Calm Corner is a designated spot in the classroom where students can go when they are feeling...

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16 Fun Movement Activities for Counseling and Classrooms

In 1961, President Kennedy said school children needed physical activity to thrive (JFK Library, as cited in New York Times, 2017) and in...

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SMART Social-Emotional IEP and Treatment Goals and Objectives

Let’s discuss S.M.A.R.T. social-emotional IEP goals and treatment goals. These goals can be hard to write since they aren’t always easy...

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Does Drawing While Listening Help Memory and Attention?

I recently saw a picture that said “I listen better when I draw” and it really struck a chord with me! I remember getting spoken to...

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Kindness Sprinkles with Edgar the Egg: Character Trait Lesson

When you were a kid, do you remember learning about character traits, such as being kind? I don’t remember these concepts being...

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Visual Schedule for Use at Home During School Closures

A visual schedule is a picture plan of the different parts of your child’s day. It is very helpful for children so they know what to...

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Creating a Mindful Moment Relaxation Room

In the Winter 2017 issue of NEA Today Magazine, some of my work was featured in an article entitled This is Your Student's Brain on...

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