Our class environment is warm, relaxed, and encouraging. Our songs and chants are simple and fun, with easy-to-remember lyrics. (For example: “Baby Shark” or “5 Little Monkeys.”) We will sing some songs everybody knows, as well as learn new songs. Our games are non-competitive. Everyone's a winner! 

We will open our class with a welcome song. We will incorporate each learner's name into the song to make each child feel special! For example: "Hello, Emma . . . Hello, Eli . . . "

Next, we will have a sharing/show and tell time. Learners are encouraged to participate any way they choose! Some may want to show a favorite toy or other item. Others may simply want to say something to the group. Every learner is celebrated and encouraged, however they choose to participate!  

We will also have class discussions to build vocabulary and speaking skills. For example, learners might be encouraged to show something blue, or something soft. (When we do this, information will be posted in the classroom ahead of time.) 

We will close each class with a goodbye song. 

SAMPLE CLASS SCHEDULE:
Welcome song/introductions
Sharing time/show and tell
Song
Game, chant, or other activity 
Song
Game, chant, or other activity 
Goodbye song

UPCOMING THEMES:
Week of June 7 — Silly Songs
Week of June 14 — At the Zoo
Week of June 21 — Farm Friends
Week of June 28 — My Body

I have taught children and young people with special needs for over 20 years. Teaching these special people brings me such joy! I look forward to getting to know each learner and building a little community!