Modifications and helpful tools

(ways to help your child access the curriculum)

Kids don't all learn in the same way. Some need modifications put in place to help them learn and understand what they are being taught.


When working with your child at home, make sure they are in an environment with minimal distraction. In class we can use privacy screens and we can get creative with seating arrangements to help with this. A visual schedule may help them understand what is coming first, next and so on. Here is a link to the schedules we use in class. Feel free to use this, or you can create you own.

ScheduleCardsTheFirstGradeParade (2).pdf

Movement breaks are really important! Studies show that when students activate their physical bodies they are better equipped for cognitive demands. Here are some visual supports that you can print to help direct the physical movement that is probably necessary to help your child learn.

100Excercises (1).pdf

In class we use mindful breathing to help with building focus, sustaining attention, and increasing self control

Calming music in the background while working can be settling and help with focus and attention

Movement and letter sound practice

practice counting while moving

Download and print for a resource to help with place value

ConsonantBlendsandDigraphsGameBoards (1).pdf

A fun game to practice digraphs and blends

This is a good video (I believe there are new ones posted each day) to keep kids moving from home!