Middle School Early Intervention Activities

This includes Trauma Worksheets to help and support students who are experiencing or have gone through traumatic events in their lives. Discuss what trauma is, causes of trauma, how trauma manifest itself, reactions to trauma, and more.

This resource is for students who are suffering from trauma and have witnessed a traumatic event

It could be used as a group discussion or a one-on-one session. It could be used by a teacher or a school counsellor.

The resources include:

1. What is trauma

2. Causes of trauma

3. Ways that trauma manifests itself

4. Reactions to trauma

5. Activities on how to manage trauma

6. Processing Questions for each activity

7. Quick inputs

Lanyard Visuals | Visual Cue Cards | Behavior Cue Cards | Visual Cue Cards Autism: Do you have students who need extra support with processing spoken language and following instructions? Looking for an effective way to promote positive behavior and create smoother transitions in your classroom?

I'VE GOT THE PERFECT RESOURCE FOR YOU! :-)

These visual cue cards have been specially designed by a Speech & Language Therapist for the benefit of **autistic, neurodiverse, & special education students **who rely on visual supports to process language and follow instructions. Worn on a lanyard for easy access, these **behavior cue cards **will help you provide clear visual communication, reduce frustration, and enhance engagement for those students needing extra processing time - the perfect tool to foster a calm, inclusive classroom!

Included:

• 90 individual visual cue cards (15 pages x 6 visuals).
• Directions for use.
• BONUS resource (Speech & Language Strategies Handout)!
• Link to Special Education FREEBIES.

Visuals are 8cm x 8cm (3.15 x 3.15 inches) in size.

Also great for use on a visual schedule (e.g. first-then or now-next boards), choice board, or simply for labelling items and areas around your classroom/school.

Other POPULAR resources include:

• Visual Supports BUNDLE DEAL (I Feel I Need Board, School Visuals, Visual Schedules, Choice Boards) - click to** save some $$$**
• I Feel I Need Visuals - Real Photos or Symbol Based
• AAC Communication Boards (Meal Times, My Body, Social Chat, etc.).

If you found this resource helpful, please remember to place feedback. I love reading positive reviews and knowing that my resources are making an impact in your classrooms! :-)

You can also follow MY STORE for lots more wonderful resources and visual supports.

FREE RESOURCES can be found HERE.

Happy Teaching!

**Please note: Colourful Communicators **is a licensed seller of PCS. PCS is a trademark of Tobii Dynavox LLC. All rights reserved. Used with permission. PCS and Boardmaker are trademarks of Tobii Dynavox LLC. All rights reserved. Used with permission.

Save time and increase active participation by downloading these Morning Meeting visuals/ icons. Not everyone has developed the expressive language to engage meaningfully during morning group.

Visual supports are here to save the day!

This download includes:

• Days of The Week
• Months
• Years (2022-2029)
• Days (#'s 1-31)
• Seasons
• & Weather icons

Get your download today and boost your student engagement!

Simply:

• Print single sided in color
• Cut and Laminate (can be used as a core vocab board or as moveable pieces)
• Enjoy for years to come!

SPECIAL EDUCATION & AUTISM RESOURCES:

Question Word Cue Cards | Visual Supports for Answering WH Questions

Are any of your students struggling with auditory processing, understanding of language, question words, expressive language skills, or reading comprehension?

TRY THESE SIMPLE VISUAL CUE CARDS/PROMPT CARDS FOR ANSWERING QUESTIONS! :-)

**6 x Visual Cue Cards included **ranging from simple questions to more complex questions:

Simple Questions - who, what, where (concrete- usually requires one word answer).

Complex Questions- when, why, how (more abstract + requires more language/a longer response.

Use them during any literacy or communication activity (mat time, story time, oral language, reading, writing, etc.). You can also print out and laminate large copies for your classroom wall/board, and smaller copies for individual student desks.

Two colour options available - Full colour, and colour outline.

Link to BONUS RESOURCE (SLT Tips & Tricks!) also included in your product PDF!

If you found this resource helpful, please remember to place feedback- I love reading positive reviews and knowing that my resources are making an impact in your classrooms!

You can also follow MY STORE for lots more wonderful resources and visual supports

Enhance your Autism/MD Unit with our Complete Visual Supports Bundle! This all-inclusive bundle features 9 essential resources to support teachers in setting up a comprehensive visual supports system. From Morning Meeting/Circle Time to independent work stations, small group language arts and math centers, and even sensory integration and transitioning within the school building – we've got you covered! Empower your students with visual aids tailored to their unique needs, fostering a more inclusive and engaging learning environment. Streamline your teaching and help your students thrive with this ultimate Visual Supports Bundle! #Autismunit #BackToSchool #SpecialEducation #VisualSupports #DigitalResources

The Ultimate School Visual Supports Bundle:

Everything you need in one easy-to-implement bundle to create a supportive, inclusive classroom environment!

This comprehensive Special Education & Autism resource, created by a qualified Speech & Language Therapist, offers a range of tools to support your students with visual schedules, choice boards, emotional regulation, and classroom management. Perfect for promoting communication, positive behavior, and independence in your classroom!

Bundle Includes:

• 84+ School-Themed Visuals: Categorized into School Activities, Routines, Places, Emotional Regulation Choices, School Accessories, and Positive Affirmations. Ideal for visual schedules, labeling, and student requests.
• 5 Visual Schedule Boards: Includes First-Then, Now-Next, First-Then-Last, First-Second-Third, and Activity 1-2-3 boards to help with transitions and routines.
• I Feel & I Need Boards: Supports emotional expression and regulation with 12 emotion visuals, 12 activity visuals, and blank spaces for personalization.
• Visual Choice Boards: 4 customizable choice boards with 24 visuals to engage and motivate students while promoting independent decision-making.

Please feel free to email me if you are looking for particular visuals or sizing and I will see what I can do :-) - colourfulcommunicationtherapy@gmail.com

Following purchase, you will receive all four digital products which each include a zipped file with PDFs + product information + a bonus resource (SLT Tips & Tricks)!

If you found this resource helpful, please remember to place feedback- I love reading positive reviews and knowing that my resources are making an impact in your classrooms!

You can also follow MY STORE for lots more wonderful resources and visual supports!

Special Education School Themed Visual Supports For Autistic & Neurodiverse Learners:

A Special Education & Autism classroom resource designed by a qualified Speech & Language Therapist. Perfect for use with visual schedules and choice boards, labeling classroom items and areas, lanyard visuals, or supporting non-speaking students in making requests. A simple communication, positive behavior, and classroom management tool!

84 individual visuals included. Categorized into 6 Themes:

• School Activities x 5 pages
• Routines x 2 pages
• Places x 2 pages.
• Emotional Regulation Choices x 2 pages.
• School Accessories x 2 pages.
• Positive Affirmations x 1 page.

Two size options: 8x8cm and 6x6cm.

**BUNDLE DEALS are **also available! Click the links below and save some $$$

- Mini Bundle Deal (schedule boards + visuals).

- Full Bundle Deal (schedule boards, visuals, choice boards, + I feel I need boards).

Following purchase, you will receive a zipped file containing a PDF with your visuals + a product information PDF containing instructions and a bonus resource!

Please feel free to email me if you are looking for particular visuals or sizing and I will see what I can do :-) - colourfulcommunicationtherapy@gmail.com

If you found this resource helpful, please remember to place feedback- I love reading positive reviews and knowing that my resources are making an impact in your classrooms!

You can also follow MY STORE for lots more wonderful resources and visual supports.

Engage your students with these 5 Animal Sorting Boards, including categories for Farm Animals, Wild Animals, Domestic Pets, Sea Creatures, and Birds.

These high-quality, realistic photos are ideal for concrete learners and can be used in various activities like matching, charades, bingo, group sorting, treasure hunts, fishing games, and pictionary—a versatile resource for speech therapy, special education, and early learners.

Includes 50 animal visuals (small size).

If you're wanting these visuals in a larger size (without the sorting boards) you can find these here- 'Animal Flash Cards'

Check out my store for lots more wonderful resources and visual supports! :-)

SIMPLE LOW-TECH AAC CORE BOARD: A one page premade FUNCTIONAL LANGUAGE **COMMUNICATION BOARD **featuring **CORE VOCABULARY- 'MY BODY' **version. Simply PRINT & GO!

Do you have autistic/neurodiverse or non verbal learners in your classroom who are struggling to communicate when there is something wrong relating to their body? Are you wanting to support their communication & help them express their needs in a natural, positive, and pressure-free way?

TRY THIS SIMPLE & EASY TO IMPLEMENT TOOL! :-)

Perfect for classrooms and home use, this tool helps build receptive & expressive language skills and reduces communication breakdowns/frustration.

When the opportunity arises, simply **model the vocabulary **on the board by pointing to the symbols and saying the corresponding word (e.g. the child falls and hurts themselves, model: “ow, sore”, “you’ve hurt your leg”, “let’s clean it”, “cleaning your leg”, “finished cleaning”, “are you okay?”, “yes? okay now!” etc.). Start by modelling 1-2 words & increase this over time as your learner becomes more familiar with the board.

Included:

• 'My Body' Communication Board.
• Two versions (Colour + Outline).
• Directions for use.
• Link to Special Education FREEBIES.

Large Communication Board/Low Tech AAC Bundle COMING SOON!

SIMPLE LOW-TECH AAC CORE BOARD: A one page premade FUNCTIONAL LANGUAGE **COMMUNICATION BOARD **featuring **CORE VOCABULARY- 'MY BODY' **version. Simply PRINT & GO!

Do you have autistic/neurodiverse or non verbal learners in your classroom who are struggling to communicate when there is something wrong relating to their body? Are you wanting to support their communication & help them express their needs in a natural, positive, and pressure-free way?

TRY THIS SIMPLE & EASY TO IMPLEMENT TOOL! :-)

Perfect for classrooms and home use, this tool helps build receptive & expressive language skills and reduces communication breakdowns/frustration.

When the opportunity arises, simply **model the vocabulary **on the board by pointing to the symbols and saying the corresponding word (e.g. the child falls and hurts themselves, model: “ow, sore”, “you’ve hurt your leg”, “let’s clean it”, “cleaning your leg”, “finished cleaning”, “are you okay?”, “yes? okay now!” etc.). Start by modelling 1-2 words & increase this over time as your learner becomes more familiar with the board.

Included:

• 'My Body' Communication Board.
• Two versions (Colour + Outline).
• Directions for use.
• Link to Special Education FREEBIES.

Large Communication Board/Low Tech AAC Bundle COMING SOON!