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In my last blog post, Token Board Basics, I gave instructions and a link for a free token board. You might have printed it and wondered,...

We have all seen reward charts with lists of goals with stickers or check-marks to encourage our kids to complete their chores or homework. But, what if our child is reluctant to get started or can't stay on task to finish the task. What can we use to motivate kids while they are completing those tasks? A token board! The Why: Most kids have intrinsic or internal motivation to complete their work. However, many kids have lower intrinsic or motivation. It could be that their m

Some children need time to process their feelings about a task before and as they are working. I will describe how to give mild support.

It is important to meet your child where they are at in a positive way. Showing your frustration will just compound the negative feelings...

What Is a Special Education Aide? An Aide is someone who often puts the welfare of their students first before their own needs. One who...

I'm a senior in an Integrative Studies program at Oakland University that fuses creative writing with education. Writing is what my life...