$5 - $10 For Any Grade Activities (by date, oldest first)

Hate spending a ton of money for ice breaker games at the beginning of the year? Do you want enough activities to fill a week or MORE?

I got you covered!

What You Get:

• 30+ PowerPoint slides (can be converted to Google Slides)
• 10 Games
• Uses only 4 items (and most games only use 1!)
• Activities to get kids moving & having fun
• Illustrations of Materials, set-up, & Game Play
• More time to have fun with your students!
• Did I mention you can edit everything?

Don't spend your time or money on 20 different items. These games will keep students laughing, having fun, moving and getting to know you and their new classmates!

Menu Math - Spring-Themed Worksheets for Special Education

These worksheets feature 4 realistic menus each with a fun spring theme. These worksheets provide students with an opportunity to practice real-world math skills that are essential for community independence. The worksheets are differentiated into two levels. In Level 1 (cut & paste), students will respond to questions about item prices and identify which item is cheaper or more expensive. In Level 2 (open response), they will answer questions about the comparative cost of items, differences in cost between sizes and items, calculate totals for 1-3 people, determine change, and evenly split bills, calculating how much money each person owes.

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Spring Menus BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 4 spring-themed menus
• 2 levels
• 40 worksheets with 152 questions
• 4 large menu pages
• 4 blank worksheets for teacher or student-created questions

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data collection recording sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 4 SPRING-THEMED MENUS

⭐ 40 WORKSHEETS WITH 152 QUESTIONS

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Level 1: Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Simpler Questions - Bolded Key Words

• 16 worksheets
• 64 questions (4 questions per page)

Level 2: Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Some Multipart

• 16 worksheets
• 68 questions (4 - 5 questions per page)

MENUS INCLUDED:

• Baseball Concession Stand - Fan Favorites
• Easter Brunch Menu - Davio's Place
• Mexican Kitchen - The Taqueria
• Patio Menu - Faces on Pleasant

LOOKING FOR OTHER UNITS?

Reading Fall Menus - Unit 1

Fall Menu Math - Unit 1

Fall Menus Bundle 1

Reading Spring Menus

OTHER SPRING RESOURCES:

Spring Functional Texts
Spring Shopping

Easter Shopping

St. Patrick's Day Recipes

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Menu Math - Winter-Themed Worksheets for Special Education - Functional Math Skills - Calculating Total Cost & Change Back

Are you looking for engaging real-world math activities designed for special education teens or adults during the winter season? Check out these Winter-Themed Menu Math Worksheets. Your students will go through four menus, each with a winter theme. These realistic menus help students practice real-world math skills for community independence. The worksheets are differentiated into two levels. In Level 1 (cut & paste), students will respond to questions about item prices and identify which item is cheaper or more expensive. In Level 2 (open response), they will answer questions about the comparative cost of items, differences in cost between sizes and items, calculate totals for 1-3 people, determine change, and evenly split bills, calculating how much money each person owes.

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Winter Menus Bundle

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 4 winter-themed menus
• 2 levels
• 44 worksheets with 148 questions
• 4 large menu pages
• 4 blank worksheets for teacher or student-created questions

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data collection recording sheets
• Teacher answer key

Level 1: Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Simpler Questions - Bolded Keywords

• 20 worksheets
• 80 questions (4 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

Level 2: Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Some Multipart

• 16 worksheets
• 68 questions (4-5 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 4 WINTER-THEMED MENUS

⭐ 44 WORKSHEETS WITH 148 QUESTIONS

MENUS INCLUDED:

• Hockey Concession Stand - Penalty Box Provisions
• Ski Lodge - Black Diamond Lodge
• Soup Stand - Souper Delights
• Mountain Summit Restaurant - Summit Café

LOOKING FOR OTHER UNITS?

Reading Fall Menus - Unit 1

Fall Menu Math - Unit 1

Fall Menus Bundle 1

OTHER WINTER RESOURCES:

Vocational Skills - Concession Stand Worker

Winter Vocational Reading Comprehension

Winter Functional Texts 1

Winter Shopping Task Cards

Summer Job Postings - Reading Job Descriptions - Vocational Skills - Special Education Worksheets - Real-World Reading

Get your students ready for the seasonal job market with these engaging summer worksheets! Designed to mirror real-world job postings during the summer season, these worksheets help students enhance their comprehension and vocational skills through reading and answering questions.

Not only do these worksheets develop essential skills, but they also prompt students to reflect on job requirements, duties, and benefits. This empowers them to assess if a specific job aligns with their abilities and aspirations. Plus, the resource comes in two differentiated levels, ensuring it's accessible and beneficial for all students in your classroom.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Guide:

• About the resource
• Extension ideas

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 4 seasonal summer job postings
• 2 levels
• 38 worksheets with 150 questions
• 4 large job posting pages

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data collection recording sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 4 SUMMER JOB POSTINGS

⭐ 38 WORKSHEETS WITH 150 QUESTIONS

Job Postings Included:

• Water Park Guest Relations Team Member
• Beach Snack Bar Attendant
• Kayak Rental Attendant
• Campground Clean-Up Attendant

THIS RESOURCE PAIRS WELL WITH:

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Level 1 - Cut & Paste + Highlight/ Circle the Answer - Simpler Questions - Larger Text

• 12 cut & paste worksheets with 48 questions (4 questions per page)
• 8 highlight/ circle the answer reflection worksheets with 32 questions (4 questions per page)
• Answer key

Level 2 - Open Response - More Complex Questions/ Some with Multiple Parts

• 14 worksheets with 70 questions (5 questions per page)
• Answer key

Looking for other units?:

Black Friday Job Postings

Fall-Themed Job Postings

Halloween-Themed Job Postings

Understanding Job Postings Unit 1

Understanding Job Postings Unit 2

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Summer Vocational Reading Comprehension - Job Exploration Worksheets

Summer Vocational Reading Comprehension features 10 engaging short passages about seasonal summer jobs. Each passage consists of 2 paragraphs that provide insights into individuals and their roles. You'll learn about the skills they use, their hourly pay, benefits they receive, and why they enjoy their work. The accompanying questions are straightforward, guiding students to identify key information. This set is perfect for highlighting a variety of summer vocational positions and helping students understand the value and enjoyment of seasonal work. These worksheets have 3 differentiated levels.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Guide:

• Table of contents
• About the resource

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 3 levels
• 10 seasonal summer job reading passages
• 30 worksheets with 140 questions

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 4 data collection recording sheets
• Teacher answer key

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Larger Text

• 10 worksheets with 40 questions (4 questions per page)

Level 2 - Multiple Choice - Choice of 3

• 10 worksheets with 50 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 3 - Open Response

• 10 worksheets with 50 questions (5 questions per page)

TOTAL:

⭐ 10 SUMMER VOCATIONAL READING PASSAGES

⭐ 30 WORKSHEETS WITH 140 QUESTIONS

⭐ 4 DATA SHEETS

Vocational Passages Included:

• Summer Camp Assistant
• Lifeguard
• Ice Cream Scooper
• Ticket Taker
• Boat Rental Attendant
• Ride Operator
• Beach Parking Attendant
• Campground Clean-Up Attendant
• Water Park Guest Relations
• Landscaper

Encouraging career exploration and fostering discussions around viable summertime employment opportunities suitable for students in special education classrooms. These roles are tailored to their abilities and provide meaningful pathways for future employment.

Ideas for Use:

• Group/ class vocational lesson
• 1-1 job coach activity
• IEP work related to vocational skills or reading comprehension
• Life skills, career exploration, and vocational skill lessons

This resource pairs well with:

Summer Job Postings 2

Vocational Skills - Amusement Park

Vocational Skills - Ice Cream Shop

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Spring-Themed Functional Text Worksheets – the perfect real-world reading practice for your special education teens and adults. Engage students with a variety of texts commonly encountered during the springtime.

Tailored for diverse learning needs, Level 1 features cut-and-paste exercises with larger text and straightforward questions. Level 2 is open response questions with more complexity, including some multi-part questions.

Equip your students with essential reading skills, preparing them for community independence and success beyond the classroom. Elevate learning with these skill-building worksheets today!

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WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 5 different Spring - themed functional texts
• 2 levels
• 24 worksheets with 106 questions
• 5 extension activity ideas

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 SPRING-THEMED FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 24 WORKSHEETS WITH 106 QUESTIONS

Functional Texts included:

• Spring Stroll
• Gardening Workshop
• Baseball Game Ticket
• Park Serve Day
• Farmer's Market

MORE INFORMATION:

Level 1 Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Simpler Questions

• 14 worksheets with 56 questions (4 questions per page)

Level 2 Open Response - More Complex Questions/ Some with Multiple Parts

• 10 worksheets with 50 questions (5 questions per page)

A total of 24 different worksheets and 106 questions.

Looking for more Spring resources?

Spring Shopping

Easter Shopping

St. Patrick's Day Recipes

St. Patrick's Day Shopping Task Cards

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Real-World Functional Texts & Documents - Life Skills Worksheets –

are designed for special education teens and adults. These worksheets offer practice with texts commonly encountered in daily life.

2 LEVELS: Differentiated for diverse learning needs, Level 1 features cut-and-paste exercises with larger text, bolded keywords, and straightforward questions. These exercises are ideal for students needing additional support.

Level 2 is tailored for students ready for more complexity, featuring open-response questions and some multi-part questions to challenge comprehension skills.

Equip your students with essential reading skills, preparing them for community independence and success beyond the classroom.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 5 different functional texts
• 2 levels
• 25 worksheets with 111 questions
• 5 large graphics pages

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 32 WORKSHEETS WITH 111 QUESTIONS

Functional Texts included:

• Nutrition Label
• Check
• Gift Certificate
• Sports Schedule
• Fundraiser Flyer

MORE INFORMATION:

Level 1 Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Bolded Keywords - Simpler Questions

• 15 worksheets with 60 questions (4 questions per page)

Level 2 Open Response - More Complex Questions/ Some with Multiple Parts

• 11 worksheets with 55 questions (5 questions per page)

Looking for other units?

Real-World Functional Texts - Unit 1

Real-World Functional Texts - Unit 2

Real-World Functional Texts - Unit 3

Real-World Functional Texts - Unit 4

Looking for more Functional Text resources?

Reading Invitations 1

Reading Websites 1

Reading Product Labels 1

Reading Weather Forecasts

School-Themed Functional Texts 1

Reading Menus & Menu Math 2

Reading Job Postings 2

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Life Skills Digital Morning Work for Special Education - Google Forms & Slides!

Back to School-Themed Life Skills Morning Work: These no-prep, download-and-go activities are designed for special education students. Featuring real photos and engaging graphics, this resource emphasizes essential life skills and functional texts, providing students with practical knowledge to equip them for life beyond the classroom.

Save money with this full-year bundle!

Whole Year Digital Bundle

This resource has been updated for the 2024 - 2025 school year!

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Guide:

• Table of contents
• About the resource

Google Forms & Slides:

• U.S. and Canadian set included

• 1 MONTH of life skills morning work - Sumer-themed

• 20 daily Google Slides - 6 sections per page

• Each slide is interactive requiring students to type in answers, drag and drop circles to show understanding, move arrows to show answers, and drag and drop words and shapes.

• 20 daily self-grading & editable Google Forms

• 3 levels of personal information Google Slides

• 3 levels of personal information Google Forms

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• PDF Teacher answer key available for Google Slides
• Answer key for Google Forms provided
• Google Forms Auto-grade functionality
• Direct grade importing to Google Classroom
• Versatility in data collection through Google Forms (e.g., number of student submissions, class summary report, frequently missed questions, and individual question analysis)

TOTAL:

⭐ 46 GOOGLE ACTIVITIES PER SET (46 U.S. & 46 Canadian)

Skills Covered:

Functional Texts

• Calendars
• Coupons
• Credit Cards
• Nutrition Labels
• Product Labels
• Receipts

Life Skills

• Budgeting
• Calculating Total Cost
• Comparison Shopping
• Days of the Week
• Telling Time

& Much More!

Looking for the paper version?

September Life Skills Morning Work - Paper

Looking to save with a bundle?

September Life Skills Morning Work BUNDLE - Digital & Paper

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Check out some of my other back to school products!

Back to School BUNDLE

Back to School Color by Number

Back to School Shopping

Father's Day -Themed Functional Text Worksheets – the perfect real-world reading practice for your special education teens and adults. Engage students with a variety of texts commonly encountered around Father's Day.

Tailored for diverse learning needs, Level 1 features cut-and-paste exercises with larger text and straightforward questions. Level 2 is open response questions with more complexity, including some multi-part questions.

Equip your students with essential reading skills, preparing them for community independence and success beyond the classroom. Elevate learning with these skill-building worksheets today!

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Functional Text WHOLE YEAR BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 6 different Father's Day - themed functional texts
• 2 levels
• 26 worksheets with 107 questions

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 4 MOTHER'S DAY - THEMED FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 28 WORKSHEETS WITH 115 QUESTIONS

Functional Texts included:

• Cookout Invitation
• Gift Card - Outdoor Store
• Gift Card - Tool Store
• Gift Voucher - Golf Lessons
• Store Sale Promotion
• Fishing Derby

MORE INFORMATION:

Level 1 Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Simpler Questions

• 13 worksheets with 52 questions (4 questions per page)
• 1 data recording sheet

Level 2 Open Response - More Complex Questions/ Some with Multiple Parts

• 11 worksheets with 55 questions (5 questions per page)
• 1 data recording sheet

A total of 26 different worksheets and 107 questions.

Looking for more Father's Day resources?

Father's Day Shopping

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Real-World Functional Texts & Documents - Life Skills Worksheets –

are designed for special education teens and adults. These worksheets offer practice with texts commonly encountered in daily life.

2 LEVELS: Differentiated for diverse learning needs, Level 1 features cut-and-paste exercises with larger text, bolded keywords, and straightforward questions. These exercises are ideal for students needing additional support.

Level 2 is tailored for students ready for more complexity, featuring open-response questions and some multi-part questions to challenge comprehension skills.

Equip your students with essential reading skills, preparing them for community independence and success beyond the classroom.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 5 different functional texts
• 2 levels
• 30 worksheets with 132 questions
• 5 large graphics pages

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 35 WORKSHEETS WITH 132 QUESTIONS

Functional Texts included:

• Credit Card
• Prescription
• Pay Stub
• Gym Schedule
• Email Order Confirmation

MORE INFORMATION:

Level 1 Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Bolded Keywords - Simpler Questions

• 18 worksheets with 72 questions (4 questions per page)

Level 2 Open Response - More Complex Questions/ Some with Multiple Parts

• 12 worksheets with 60 questions (5 questions per page)

Looking for Unit 1 & 2?

Real-World Functional Texts 1

Real-World Functional Texts 2

Looking for more Functional Text resources?

Reading Invitations 1

Reading Websites 1

Reading Product Labels 1

Reading Weather Forecasts

School-Themed Functional Texts 1

Reading Menus & Menu Math 2

Reading Job Postings 2

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Are you in search of real-world reading & life skills activities for your special education teens or adults? Get reading for a spook-tacular October with this Halloween-Themed Recipes unit. These worksheets offer functional text practice with a fun Halloween twist tailored to match the skill level of life skills classrooms. From mummy-inspired snacks to warm spiced apple cider, these recipes provide accessible and engaging opportunities for hands-on learning, creativity, and meaningful discussions about nutrition & culinary skills. Accessible for all learners with two levels: cut-and-paste or write-in activities

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 4 different Halloween-Themed recipes
• 2 levels
• 22 worksheets with 120 questions
• Answer key
• 4 extensions ideas

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions - Larger Text - Bolded Key Words

• 12 worksheets with 60 questions (5 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Some Multipart

• 10 worksheets with 60 questions (6 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 4 HALLOWEEN-THEMED RECIPES

⭐ 22 WORKSHEETS WITH 120 QUESTIONS

Recipes Included:

• Hot Dog Mummies
• Witch Hat Cookies
• Monster Teeth
• Spiced Cider

These Halloween-themed recipes are thoughtfully selected to match the skill level of life skills classrooms, making them accessible for a wide range of learners. Each recipe is designed so it can be prepared with supervision during in-school cooking units and lessons.

LOOKING FOR MORE RECIPE UNITS?:

Fall-Themed Recipes

LOOKING FOR MORE HALLOWEEN/ FALL-THEMED UNITS?:

October Life Skills Morning Work

Nutrition Label Comprehension - Halloween Edition

Understanding Instructions - Halloween Edition

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Reading Fall Menus - Unit 1

Fall Menu Math - Unit 1

Fall-Themed Functional Texts - Unit 1

Fall Task Cards - Google Slides

Real-World Functional Texts & Documents - Life Skills Worksheets –

are designed for special education teens and adults. These worksheets offer practice with texts commonly encountered in daily life.

2 LEVELS: Differentiated for diverse learning needs, Level 1 features cut-and-paste exercises with larger text, bolded keywords, and straightforward questions. These exercises are ideal for students needing additional support.

Level 2 is tailored for students ready for more complexity, featuring open-response questions and some multi-part questions to challenge comprehension skills.

Equip your students with essential reading skills, preparing them for community independence and success beyond the classroom.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 5 different functional texts
• 2 levels
• 26 worksheets with 115 questions
• 5 large graphics pages

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 33 WORKSHEETS WITH 115 QUESTIONS

Functional Texts included:

• Coupon
• Movie Ticket
• Sunscreen Directions
• Addressed Card
• Work ID Badge

MORE INFORMATION:

Level 1 Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Bolded Keywords - Simpler Questions

• 15 worksheets with 60 questions (4 questions per page)

Level 2 Open Response - More Complex Questions/ Some with Multiple Parts

• 11 worksheets with 55 questions (5 questions per page)

Looking for other units?

Real-World Functional Texts - Unit 1

Real-World Functional Texts - Unit 2

Real-World Functional Texts - Unit 3

Real-World Functional Texts - Unit 4

Looking for more Functional Text resources?

Reading Invitations 1

Reading Websites 1

Reading Product Labels 1

Reading Weather Forecasts

School-Themed Functional Texts 1

Reading Menus & Menu Math 2

Reading Job Postings 2

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St. Patrick's Day-Themed Functional Text Worksheets – the perfect real-world reading practice for your special education teens and adults. Engage students with a variety of texts commonly encountered around St. Patrick’s Day.

Tailored for diverse learning needs, Level 1 features cut-and-paste exercises with larger text and straightforward questions. Level 2 is open response questions with more complexity, including some multi-part questions.

Equip your students with essential reading skills, preparing them for community independence and success beyond the classroom. Elevate learning with these skill-building worksheets today!

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Functional Text WHOLE YEAR BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 5 different St. Patrick's Day - themed functional texts
• 2 levels
• 22 worksheets with 98 questions
• 5 extension activity ideas

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 ST. PATRICK'S DAY-THEMED FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 22 WORKSHEETS WITH 98 QUESTIONS

Functional Texts included:

• Parade Information
• Irish Soda Bread Mix Packaging & Directions
• 5K Race
• Food Crawl Event
• Irish Tea Packaging & Information

MORE INFORMATION:

Level 1 Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Simpler Questions

• 12 worksheets with 48 questions (4 questions per page)

Level 2 Open Response - More Complex Questions/ Some with Multiple Parts

• 10 worksheets with 50 questions (5 questions per page)

A total of 22 different worksheets and 98 questions.

Looking for more St. Patrick's Day resources?

March Life Skills Morning Work

March Morning Work BUNDLE - Digital & Paper

St. Patrick's Day Recipes

St. Patrick's Day Shopping Task Cards

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Spring Job Postings - Reading Job Descriptions - Vocational Skills - Special Education Worksheets - Real-World Reading

Get your students ready for the seasonal job market with these engaging spring worksheets! Designed to mirror real-world job postings during the spring season, these worksheets help students enhance their comprehension and vocational skills through reading and answering questions.

Not only do these worksheets develop essential skills, but they also prompt students to reflect on job requirements, duties, and benefits. This empowers them to assess if a specific job aligns with their abilities and aspirations. Plus, the resource comes in two differentiated levels, ensuring it's accessible and beneficial for all students in your classroom.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Guide:

• About the resource
• Extension ideas

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 4 seasonal spring job postings
• 2 levels
• 38 worksheets with 150 questions
• 4 large job posting pages

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data collection recording sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 4 SPRING JOB POSTINGS

⭐ 38 WORKSHEETS WITH 150 QUESTIONS

Job Postings Included:

• Park Laborer
• Concessions Stand Attendant (baseball & concerts)
• Ticket Taker
• Event Clean Up Crew

THIS RESOURCE PAIRS WELL WITH:

Baseball Concession Stand Worker

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Level 1 - Cut & Paste + Highlight/ Circle the Answer - Simpler Questions - Larger Text

• 12 cut & paste worksheets with 48 questions (4 questions per page)
• 8 highlight/ circle the answer reflection worksheets with 32 questions (4 questions per page)
• Answer key

Level 2 - Open Response - More Complex Questions/ Some with Multiple Parts

• 14 worksheets with 70 questions (5 questions per page)
• Answer key

Looking for other units?:

Black Friday Job Postings

Fall-Themed Job Postings

Halloween-Themed Job Postings

Understanding Job Postings Unit 1

Understanding Job Postings Unit 2

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Understanding Instructions: Real-World Reading Worksheets!

This resource is designed to familiarize students with practical written instructions encountered in daily life. Featuring engaging visuals students develop vital reading comprehension skills. Perfect for educators seeking to enhance students' real-world literacy proficiency.

Differentiated for diverse learning needs, Level 1 features cut-and-paste exercises with larger text, bolded keywords, and straightforward questions. These exercises are ideal for students needing additional support.

Level 2 features open response tasks with more complex questions, some requiring multiple steps. Ideal for educators aiming to bolster students' real-world literacy skills.

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Understanding Instructions - MEGA BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 5 different instructions
• 2 levels
• 27 worksheets with 104 questions
• 5 large graphics pages

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 INSTRUCTIONS

⭐ 27 WORKSHEETS WITH 104 QUESTIONS

Instructions included:

• Seed Packet
• Card Game
• Frozen Meal
• Removable Hooks
• Craft

MORE INFORMATION:

Level 1 Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Bolded Keywords - Simpler Questions

• 11 worksheets with 44 questions (4 questions per page)
• 1 worksheet with 6 questions

Level 2 Open Response - More Complex Questions/ Some with Multiple Parts

• 9 worksheets with 45 questions (5 questions per page)
• 1 cut & paste worksheet with 9 questions

Looking for the Google Form version?

Digital - Understanding Instructions Unit 1 - Google Forms

Looking for other units?

Understanding Instructions - Unit 2

Understanding Instructions - Unit 3

Understanding Instructions - Unit 4

Looking for more Functional Text resources?

Reading Invitations 1

Reading Websites 1

Reading Product Labels 1

Reading Weather Forecasts

School-Themed Functional Texts 1

Reading Menus & Menu Math 2

Reading Job Postings 2

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Winter Vocational Reading Comprehension - Job Exploration Worksheets

Winter Vocational Reading Comprehension features 10 short seasonal winter job passages. Each passage consists of 2-3 short paragraphs, offering insights into individuals in their respective positions. The passages cover a variety of skills, job requirements, hourly pay, benefits, and the reasons individuals enjoy their seasonal work. The accompanying questions are straightforward, prompting students to identify key information. This set is specifically designed to highlight various winter vocational positions. These worksheets have 3 differentiated levels.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Guide:

• Table of contents
• About the resource

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 10 seasonal winter job reading passages
• 3 levels
• 30 worksheets with 140 questions

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 4 data collection recording sheets
• Teacher answer key

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Larger Text

• 10 worksheets with 40 questions (4 questions per page)

Level 2 - Multiple Choice - Choice of 3

• 10 worksheets with 50 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Open Response

• 10 worksheets with 50 questions (5 questions per page)

TOTAL:

⭐ 10 WINTER VOCATIONAL READING PASSAGES

⭐ 30 WORKSHEETS WITH 140 QUESTIONS

Vocational Passages Included:

• Snow Shoveler
• Ski Mountain Greeter
• Hockey Concession Stand Worker
• Basketball Stand Clean-Up Crew
• Ski Lodge Eating Area Clean-Up Crew
• Mountain Shuttle Driver
• Ice Castles Photo Assistant
• Sander & Salter
• Tubing Attendant
• Score Runner

Ideas for Use:

• Group/ class vocational lesson
• 1-1 job coach activity
• IEP work related to vocational skills or reading comprehension
• Life skills, career exploration, and vocational skill lessons

Looking for more winter units?:

Winter Functional Texts 1

**Winter Shopping Task Cards

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St. Patrick's Day Recipes - Cooking Activities & Worksheets – an engaging resource for life skills and cooking classrooms. Explore 5 student-friendly recipes designed to be completed in under 30 minutes, ideal for quick lessons or classroom blocks.

Each recipe is accompanied by reading comprehension worksheets, allowing students to answer questions about ingredients, materials, steps, and cook times. Tailored for diverse learners, Level 1 features cut-and-paste exercises, while Level 2 offers open-response tasks.

Perfect for IEP data collection, these worksheets are a valuable tool in preparing students for success beyond the classroom. Make St. Patrick's Day both educational and delicious!

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• Table of contents
• 5 recipes with 5 full-page recipe pages
• 2 levels
• 32 worksheets with 155 questions
• 4 extension ideas

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 ST. PATRICK'S DAY-THEMED RECIPES

⭐ 32 STUDENT WORKSHEETS WITH 155 QUESTIONS

⭐ 40 TOTAL DIFFERENT PAGES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

LEVEL 1 - CUT & PASTE

• 15 cut & paste worksheets with 4 questions per page (60 total questions)
• 1 multiple-choice reflection page with 10 questions
• 16 different worksheets with 70 questions

LEVEL 2 - OPEN RESPONSE

• 15 worksheets with 5 questions per page (75 total questions)
• 1 reflection page with 10 questions
• 16 different worksheets with 85 questions

RECIPES INCLUDED:

1. Lemon-Lime Leprechaun Fizz
2. Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats
3. Mint Chocolate Leprechaun Chow
4. Shamrock Personal Pizzas
5. Shamrock Pretzel Pops

Looking for a recipe unit without a theme?

Recipe Comprehension Unit 1 - Paper

Looking for more St. Patrick's Day resources?

March Life Skills Morning Work

March Morning Work BUNDLE - Digital & Paper

St. Patrick's Day Shopping Task Cards
St. Patrick's Day Functional Texts

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Are you searching for real-world reading activities for your special education teens or adults?

Explore the world of real-world advertisements with these differentiated Black Friday Advertisement worksheets designed for special education teens and adults. These worksheets provide hands-on text practice with text-dependent questions, allowing students to closely analyze advertisements like those found in newspapers, magazines, stores, emails, and online. With two differentiated levels, Level 1 involves tasks like identifying sale dates and times, locating product prices, and more. Level 2 offers more complex questions, including multi-part inquiries, calculating sale durations, comparing products and prices, and identifying product features. Bring real-world text into your classroom and enhance critical reading skills with this valuable resource.

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Thanksgiving BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 5 Black Friday advertisements
• 2 levels
• 5 large ad pages
• Answer key
• 4 extension ideas

LEVEL 1 - Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Simpler Questions - Bolded Key Words

• 17 worksheets with 85 questions (5 per page)

LEVEL 2 - Write the Answer - More Difficult Questions - Some Multipart

• 13 worksheets with 78 questions (6 per page)

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 BLACK FRIDAY ADVERTISEMENTS

⭐ 35 WORKSHEETS WITH 163 QUESTIONS

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Engage your students this holiday season with real-world reading using Thanksgiving Food Product & Nutrition Labels. This resource includes authentic Thanksgiving-themed food product labels matched with their nutrition labels. The worksheets feature text-dependent questions to enhance critical thinking and reading comprehension, covering topics such as generic vs. name brand, product size, preparation time, serving sizes, calories per serving, and more.

Designed with differentiation in mind, the worksheets offer two levels: cut-and-paste or written responses. This prepares students for an independent life outside the classroom. Make learning functional and save time before the break with Thanksgiving Food Product & Nutrition Labels.

This resource is also available as part of a bundle saving you 20%

Thanksgiving BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 21 Thanksgiving-themed labels
  • 11 food product labels/ packaging
  • 10 corresponding nutrition labels
• 2 levels
• 50 worksheets with 275 questions
• Answer key
• 6 extension ideas

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

• 25 worksheets with 125 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - Some Multipart Questions

• 25 worksheets with 150 questions (6 questions per page)

TOTAL:

⭐ 21 THANKSGIVING-THEMED LABELS

⭐ 50 WORKSHEETS WITH 275 QUESTIONS

Labels included:

• Stuffing Mix
• Pie Crust
• Green Beans
• Mashed Potatoes
• Cranberry Sauce 1
• Cranberry Sauce 2
• Cookie Mix
• Biscuits
• Turkey
• Coffee Creamer
• Gravy

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Are you searching for differentiated practical math resources that captivate your special education teens and adults, all while enhancing their real-world skills? Look no further! This engaging Halloween-themed Real-World Shopping Situations resource is thoughtfully designed to bolster students' financial literacy and problem-solving abilities. These worksheets immerse students in a range of shopping scenarios, each with a delightful Halloween twist. From calculating the cost of spooky treats to determining if they have enough money to make a purchase students will develop crucial life skills with a dash of seasonal fun.

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Halloween Bundle

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Whole Year Shopping Bundle

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 36 Halloween product images
• 2 levels
• 36 worksheets with 122 questions
• Teacher answer key

Level 1 - Bills Only (Items up to $31.00 and totals up to $25.00)

• 1 WORKSHEET - Identifying Dollar Up Amount (6 questions)
• 5 WORKSHEETS - Checking if There's Enough Money (3 questions per page)
• 5 WORKSHEETS - Determining the Amount Needed (3 questions per page)
• 5 WORKSHEETS - Calculating Total Costs (Adding 2 or 3 items; 3 questions per page)
• Reflection Page with 10 Questions

Level 2 - Bills & Coins (Items up to $19.90 and totals up to $29.81)

• 1 WORKSHEET - Identifying Dollar Up Amount (6 questions)
• 5 WORKSHEETS - Checking if There's Enough Money (3 questions per page)
• 5 WORKSHEETS - Determining the Amount Needed (3 questions per page)
• 5 WORKSHEETS - Calculating Total Costs (Adding 2 or 3 items; real product prices; 3 questions per page)
• Reflection Page with 10 Questions

TOTAL:

⭐ 36 WORKSHEETS WITH 122 QUESTIONS

How to Use This Product:

• Print the worksheets to have students complete them individually or as part of a workbook.
• For an eco-friendly and reusable option, print and laminate the sheets to create a handy resource for fast finishers.
• Foster collaborative learning by projecting the pages onto the board for a group activity. Students can take turns circling the correct money amounts.
• Encourage interactive learning by projecting the pages and having students use cut-out or laminated money to present the precise dollar amount required for each question. This hands-on approach reinforces practical money management skills.

With two levels—bills only and bills and coins—students of varying abilities can engage in real-world financial learning with a Halloween twist. Empower your students with essential life skills in a fun and engaging way. Make real-world financial learning an interactive part of your classroom with our Real-World Shopping Situations resource.

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