Adaptive art

The most important thing to keep in mind when planning to meet the needs of students is that they are all unique individuals with unique needs. The diversity in human beings is beautiful. It is worth celebrating. Unfortunately, I don’t think teachers get enough training in teacher prep programs or

Here are fun ideas for summer activities for children with significant multiple disabilities and visual impairment, including sensory trays, art activities, books, music, and toys. Ideas to Engage Students with […]

Here are a few things I like to use with my Adaptive Art students: -There are many things you can do with a standard sponge to create a free supply! I get these from the custodian. I have cut them into different shapes such as the flower petals seen here. Also using a clothes pin to pinch a small strip of sponge between will create an interesting rectangular shape when stamped. -Color Defusing paper is a MUST! They love to watch the colors spread and the designs are very exciting. -Liquid…

"I Spy..." This project was one of those projects that you think up and then think to yourself... "I am SO clever!" hehe. I ...

A blog about parenting kids with special needs

Since I began my teaching career, I have always worked with students of all different learning styles, and learning speeds. I have worked with students who have a wide range of diagnoses, Autism, LD, Emotional Behavioral, Learning Support, and Multiple Disabilities. I must say that working with my special needs students are among the best experiences of my teaching career. Some of my students are very limited in what they can do, yet, in my classroom its as if the possibilities are endless…

Create a fall craft inspired by Famous Artist Yayoi Kusama with this creative Pumpkin Dots Art Project for Kids.

Since I began my teaching career, I have always worked with students of all different learning styles, and learning speeds. I have worked ...

There’s a reason children are encouraged to draw and paint at a young age. One of the most important reasons for this is to develop the critical motor skills.

Worry Group Art Activity: Help your students in worry group personify their worries by making a worry monster with watercolors and deep breathing!