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Why Planning Matters
Something to think about… I was observing a student a couple of weeks ago in a delightful third grade classroom. This teacher was a master at delivering content and helping kids stay engaged with her...
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She Never Water Skied Until She Joined First Baptist
Tracey Seyler, a 50-year-old woman with cerebral palsy, had never shot a paintball gun before joining First Baptist Concord Church. She had never water skied, zip lined or ridden in a hot air balloon....
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Creating A Classroom That Supports Engagement
Years ago several studies conducted by Dr. Ivar Lovass at UCLA revealed that children on the autism spectrum needed about 7 times as many learning opportunities than typically developing children in...
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Decreasing Behaviors With Pictures
Do you ever say to yourself, “There must be a better way!” when it comes to figuring out how to respond to a child/adolescent with special needs who is kicking and screaming? If you’re like most...
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Elevating Community In Special Needs Ministry
Our Special Friends Ministry at First Baptist Orlando is beginning a season of transition. Our Development Team is currently learning and discussing how to apply the Think Orange approach to how we...
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Learning Is Not A Spectator Sport
I shared with you yesterday that students learn best when they are actively engaged with you and your curriculum. School teachers have always known that active learner engagement in the lesson...
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Organizing The Special Needs Classroom: Physical Environment
Establishing a supportive classroom for kids on the autism spectrum is an important component to consider when planning and designing a special needs classroom. Research has consistently indicated...
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What’s So Special About Family Ministry?
I’m excited to be participating in the Family Ministry Blog Tour. Many people are receiving the opportunity to answer the question “What is family ministry within the local church? I would encourage...
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Special Needs Classroom: Communication Needs
You should have been with me about 20 years ago walking along the narrow cobble-stoned paths of Oia, Greece. Somehow I had gotten myself turned around and needed directions back to the ferry landing...
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The Potential Benefits Of Starting A Family Support Group
“This group has been so helpful. I shared some ideas with a friend at work, and she was really encouraged. If it weren’t for the family support group, I wouldn’t have had anything to say,” the mother...
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