I think most of us would agree that if a movie calls for a Black character, then a Black actor/actress should fill that role. Right? It would be incredibly offensive to have a white person dress up as ...

Welcome to the IEP Interventions Bank from ADayInOurShoes. This resource was built with one purpose: to help you find actual, usable ideas that support struggling students. Whether you’re a parent ...

I have a friend and there are 18 IEP team members involved at her IEP meetings. I’ve mentioned many times before how large Kevin’s IEP team is, and even I don’t have meetings that large. So who ...

IEP guidance and resources, and advocacy-informed tools to support stronger IEPs and better outcomes for students. Created from years of real-world experience in IEP and 504 meetings.

I love this trend, because honestly, moms have known this forever: coloring is relaxing. It’s simple, it’s quiet, and it works. Now suddenly there are studies telling us coloring can help with stress, ...

If you’re looking for a simple way to help students truly understand vocabulary (not just memorize it) the Frayer Model is one of the easiest tools to start using today. This free Frayer Model ...

Let’s talk sensory processing. If you’re a parent, teacher, or anyone who works with kids, especially neurodivergent kids, this is one of those topics you’ll want to get cozy with. It’s not just about ...

Imagine finally working up the nerve to ask the school to evaluate your child. You send the email. You explain your concerns. You hit send and feel like, “Ok…finally. We’re getting somewhere.” And ...

Navigating schoolwork can be a significant challenge for students with ADHD, executive functioning struggles, or other learning disabilities. For these students, “study skills” is more than a buzzword ...

Ok, so social media has been in a tizzy for the past week over this. Here’s what we know so far, as far as the possible OSEP shutdown and the Special Education Layoffs. This is longer than I had ...

We worry about our non-disabled children growing up and becoming independent. But when you have a child with disabilities, that worry increases. The statistics don’t lie: Over 80% of disabled adults ...

As an advocate, I’m always on the lookout for innovative ways to help my clients. That includes being collaborative with IEP teams and bringing ideas to the table. That’s why I’m excited to share with ...