Life Skills

Social skills are so important for kids to learn and this story is a great way to teach them about pushing. It discusses safe ways to use your hands, what happens when you get mad and feel like pushing someone and some strategies you can use to stop yourself from pushing another person. This story is 15 pages long and is editable so you can tailor it to your students' unique needs. 15 Page Social Skills Story Editable Text Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collection of Social Skills Stories. Editable Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻  

Many students with intellectual disabilities struggle to understand the basics of financial literacy, and yet it is an essential skill they need in order to live independently. This includes being able to read and comprehend receipts in order to understand where their money is going. This resource was designed to introduce and help students practice the important life skill of reading and understand receipts they get when out and about. With this download, students will be exposed to a set of receipts and be asked to answer a variety of questions relating to cost, date, time of transaction, tax rate, etc. This resource comes with 156 page: and includes 4 differentiated levels and sorting tasks.   Why Teach Students How to Read Utility Bills? Teaching students with intellectual disabilities how to read and comprehend receipts equips them with a practical knowledge that can be applied on a daily basis. Not only does it help them become financially literate but also provides invaluable life skills for independent living. It helps give them confidence in their ability to make decisions independently, instead of relying on others for assistance. Moreover, by learning how to navigate finances on their own terms, it empowers those with intellectual disabilities to take control over their own lives and make smart choices that suit them best. How to Use This Resource in Your Classroom This resource was designed to be used in a special education or autism classroom, but can also be used with English language learners or any other student who could benefit from extra practice reading environmental print. To use this resource, simply print out the desired number of worksheets and have students complete them individually or in small groups. These worksheets are a great way to introduce environmental print reading comprehension to your students or as a review for students who have already been introduced to this skill. These worksheets can also be used as part of a larger lesson on budgeting or household expenses. Teaching your students how to read environmental print is an important step in preparing them for success in adulthood. This resource was designed to help you introduce this skill in a fun and engaging way. If you have any questions about how to use this resource in your classroom, please don't hesitate to contact us at krystie@adapted4specialed.com. We're always happy to help!

It can be tough when adults ask you to do something that you're not sure why. With Social Skills Story: Wearing My Glasses, your student/child will learn the importance of wearing their glasses. The story takes your child through a day in the life of an adult who needs to wear glasses, and helps them understand why it's important to do so. With real photographs and easy-to-read text, this story is perfect for helping kids understand why they need to wear their glasses. 13 page social skills story  Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. Editable Version Saved on Google Slides P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collection of home life related social narratives. Editable* WANT TO EDIT THIS BOOK?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

Want to Make Your CBI Trips More Effective? Stop Your Students From Digging Into Their Pockets & Pulling Out Their Entire Wad of Cash Just to Pay for a Candy Bar... This Set Gives Your Students the Hands-On Classroom Prep They Need to Go Out Into the Community & Pay With Confidence  Next dollar up is a fantastic skill, but most of the time you don't have the exact right bills to pay to the next dollar.  Now you can conquer teaching your students how many of each bill they should use when paying and watching your students hand over their whole wad of cash will soon be a distant memory.  :)  Set up is so easy, just print and laminate! Clip or circle the number of bills they need to make the purchase.  600 Task Cards (4 per page) ✓ 10 sets total:  $1 coins, $2 coins, and $5, $10, $20 dollar bills✓2 Levels of Differentiation. (counting supports over bills, just bills) ✓ Editable Data Sheets✓ Low Prep✓ Functional Life Skill   PDF | 15.6MB | 168 Pages All pictures are real photographs in order to encourage generalization and independence.

Going to the dentist can be a scary experience, but this social narrative will help prepare your little one for their next appointment. With clear and concise descriptions of each step involved in going to the dentist, from opening wide to the possibility of getting cavities, your child will feel more confident and comfortable with the process. 15 page social skills story editable version saved on Google Slides  Break card visual is included. Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices.  Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

Quick and Interactive Way to Teach Sorting...  17 Holiday Printable File Folder Sorts +30 Digital Sorting Activities  With each task successfully completed, students’ self-esteem rises as they experience the feeling of a job well done and revel in their increasing competence and independence. Holiday Sorts:  Tree Gingerbread Man  Snowman  Gifts Tree  Wreath  Stockings Ornaments Nutcracks Lights  Pie Menorah  Dreidel  Dragon  Candy Canes Cookies Santa Reindeer  Digital Setup  Digital Versions are saved on Google Slides™  

Want to Make Your CBI Trips More Effective? Stop Your Students From Digging Into Their Pockets & Pulling Out Their Entire Wad of Cash Just to Pay for a Candy Bar... This Set Gives Your Students the Hands-On Classroom Prep They Need to Go Out Into the Community & Pay With Confidence  Next dollar up is a fantastic skill, but most of the time you don't have the exact right bills to pay to the next dollar.  Now you can conquer teaching your students how many of each bill they should use when paying and watching your students hand over their whole wad of cash will soon be a distant memory.  :)  Set up is so easy, just print and laminate! Clip or circle the number of bills they need to make the purchase.  360 Task Cards (4 per page) ✓ 10 sets total:  $1 coins, $2 coins, and $5, $10, $20 dollar bills✓2 Levels of Differentiation. (counting supports over bills, just bills) ✓ Editable Data Sheets✓ Low Prep✓ Functional Life Skill   PDF | 15.6MB | 102 Pages All pictures are real photographs in order to encourage generalization and independence.

Set includes 6 Interactive File Folders–3 File Folders have students set the oven to multiples of 5. (only includes temperatures listed on the dial) 3 File Folders have students set the oven to a specific heat. (includes temperatures in between the ones listed on the dial i.e 325 degrees) + BONUS 6 File Folders using a different dial.* 12 total File Folders Included

This story 14-page social narrative describes the steps that accompany getting a haircut.  Since this can be a sensory challenge for a lot of people we've also included a "What am I comfortable with?" Checklist that can be used for preparation.  14 page social skills story  Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. Editable Version Saved on Google Slides P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collection of home life related social narratives. Editable Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

Now that the weather is getting colder, it's time to break out the jackets! This helpful social story will explain when and why you need to wear a jacket, so you can stay warm and dry all season long.Don't let the cold weather keep you down! With this handy social story, you'll learn when it's appropriate to wear a jacket, so you can enjoy the outdoors no matter what the temperature is. 11 Page Social Skills Story Editable Text Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collection of Social Skills Stories. Editable Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

Our social story on asking permission for hugs is the perfect educational tool for special educators and parents of neurodivergent children. With our easy to understand text and real photographs, young people can learn: The importance of seeking permission prior to physical contact in a safe space How to read non-verbal cues, such as when someone reaches their arms out for a hug more effectively To foster an atmosphere where individual differences are accepted Tailored intervention strategies to teach kids about consent Included:  13 page social skills story  Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. Editable Version Saved on Google Slides Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices.  Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻

Have fun practicing counting with AdaptEd's Farm Animal-themed Counting Puzzles! Every puzzle features a different scene, so kids can enjoy lots of repetition without getting bored. And when it's time to put them away, store them in a zip top snack bag, pouch or binder for easy storage and organization. These are great for use in small groups, as fast finishers or independent work stations. They can also be used in math centers or as a warm-up to your lesson plan. Students get the opportunity to point to and read the skip counting pattern as they assemble their puzzles, providing both verbal and visual reinforcement. So grab a set today and provide your students with an engaging way to practice counting! Prep is easy as 1-2-3: Print (card stock is recommended for durability) Laminate Cut This set includes 40 skip counting puzzles. 10 Puzzles of Each Counting 1-5 Counting 1-10 Counting 11-20 Counting 21-30 Puzzles are created 1 to a page.

Dive into a vibrant underwater world with our Multi-Sensory Storytelling Kit: Underwater Sparkle Fish Adventure! This kit is designed to bring the enchanting ocean to life, engaging your child’s imagination and senses through playful characters, interactive materials, and thematic props. What’s Inside: Ocean Animal Characters: Including a friendly sparkle fish, starfish, and other sea creatures. Sensory Materials: Water-themed textures and shimmering materials that mimic the ocean’s surface. Interactive Props: Create an underwater scene with coral, seaweed, and more. Why Our Kit? It’s more than just a toy—it's a gateway to learning, offering endless opportunities to explore, learn, and grow. Transform passive listening into an active, engaging adventure that enhances your child’s development in a joyful manner. Begin Your Journey Today: Don’t wait to bring stories to life and ignite a love for learning in your child. Order now and watch as your child’s creativity, imagination, and knowledge bloom with every story. Important Note: This kit is independently created and not affiliated with any specific book, author, or publisher. It is designed to complement sensory learning experiences. The original book is not included and can be purchased separately from authorized sellers.

These interactive shopping list activities are the perfect grab and go life skills training task. Includes all REAL PICTURES so it is appropriate for all ages, no kiddish clip art graphics! Included Digital Activities:   Shopping List: 25 lists with Visual Supports drag and drop virtual activity to add the items to the basket.  Shopping List: 25 Written lists with drag and drop virtual activity to add the items to the basket.  Included Printable Activities: "Is this on the list?" - 25 task cards "What's missing from the list?" - 25 task cards "What's wrong with this basket?" - 25 task cards Shopping List + Visual Supports: 25 Shopping Lists + Printable Hands-On Manipulatives. Students follow the list and place the items into the basket.  Shopping List: Reading 25 Written Lists: 25 Shopping Lists + Printable Hands-On Manipulatives. Students read each list and place the items into the basket.  Digital Setup:  The PDF download contains the links to the digital version as well as the print option. This set can also be printed and used as a hands-on task bin.  Digital Versions are saved on Google Slides™    

Do you ever feel like kicking something when you're angry? We all get upset sometimes, but it's important to know how to handle our anger in a safe and constructive way. That's where this social skills story comes in.Kicking someone is not a safe way to use our feet. There are many safe ways to use our feet, but we need to know what to do when we feel like kicking. This story provides some great tips on how to handle our anger in a safe and constructive way. It's a must-read for any child who wants to learn how to better control their emotions. 14 Page Social Skills Story Editable Text Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices. P.S. If you like this book, you may be interested in checking out our full collection of Social Skills Stories. Editable Want to edit this book?  Possibly add in a student name or change a picture? 📷 You can do that now! Just click the link in the back of the book and you'll be taken to an editable version saved in google slides! 💻