Skip to Content

13 DON’TS of an Inclusive Learning Environment

What’s inside this article: Thirteen strategies and practices often implemented in schools that don’t support inclusive learning and are rooted in ableist beliefs and educational techniques. Creating an inclusive learning environment is crucial for supporting all students, especially those who are neurodiverse.  Often, educators believe they are promoting inclusivity but still have rules, expectations, and beliefs …

Read More about 13 DON’TS of an Inclusive Learning Environment

Building Social-Emotional Skills Through Fundraising

What’s inside this article: a look at how participating in fundraising can help kids develop crucial social and emotional skills. Includes a list of 18 fun school fundraising ideas where students can actively participate, engage with their community, and develop important social-emotional skills at the same time.  Participating in fundraisers can be a valuable opportunity …

Read More about Building Social-Emotional Skills Through Fundraising

Fun Activities and Tools for Building Perspective-Taking Skills in Kids

What’s inside this article: A list of fun perspective-taking activities and educational tools, like free printables, board games, apps, and art activities designed to help kids build this valuable social skill. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. What is Perspective Taking Perspective-taking is the ability to understand a situation or interpret information from another person’s point …

Read More about Fun Activities and Tools for Building Perspective-Taking Skills in Kids

Emotion Regulation and Science: How STEM Projects Help Kids Navigate Their Feelings

What’s inside this article: A look at how parents and educators can use STEM projects to help kids learn emotional self-regulation and foster a growth mindset. Includes tips for incorporating social-emotional learning into STEM. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Emotions can be tricky, even for adults. For children, especially those with Autism and ADHD, …

Read More about Emotion Regulation and Science: How STEM Projects Help Kids Navigate Their Feelings

From Science Kits to Social Connections: STEM as a Catalyst for Peer Interaction

What’s inside this article: A look at how parents and educators can use science kits to create shared experiences among children, helping to form connections and improve social skills for kids with autism and ADHD. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. In a world where screen time often eclipses face-to-face interactions, the value of hands-on …

Read More about From Science Kits to Social Connections: STEM as a Catalyst for Peer Interaction

Neurodiversity Meets Innovation: The Benefits of STEM for Kids with ADHD and Autism

What’s inside this article: A look at six benefits of STEM for kids with autism and ADHD, plus six STEM activities to get you started. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. STEM is an acronym that neatly packages Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics under one umbrella.  It’s the backbone of many marvels around us – …

Read More about Neurodiversity Meets Innovation: The Benefits of STEM for Kids with ADHD and Autism

How to Teach Kids to Navigate Embarrassment in Social Settings

What’s inside this article: A look at what embarrassment is, why it happens, and five ways to help children cope with embarrassment effectively and teaching strategies. Includes printable worksheets to help kids learn to navigate embarrassing moments.  We’ve all been there—those moments when we feel our cheeks turn rosy, our hearts race, and we wish …

Read More about How to Teach Kids to Navigate Embarrassment in Social Settings