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Reading Medicine Labels - Unit 1 - Functional Reading - Life Skills

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Explore the World of Over-the-Counter Medications! This comprehensive resource introduces students to a variety of real over-the-counter medications commonly found in local pharmacies, grocery stores, and homes. Through close examination of medicine labels, students gain vital insights and understanding. With diverse medication types like A.M. & P.M. dosages, pills, syrups, and chewable tablets, they'll be equipped to make informed decisions. Uncover essential information such as treatment indications, duration, and dosage strength, empowering students with valuable health literacy skills for life. Get ready to elevate learning and health awareness with our engaging OTC medication resource!

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This download includes:

  • 12 different medicine labels
  • 2 levels
  • A color & black and white set
  • Teacher answer key
  • Suggested follow up activities

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

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

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions

  • 12 worksheets with 72 questions (6 questions per page)

24 different worksheets and 132 questions per set.

A total of 48 different worksheets.

This resource is designed to expose students to a variety of real over the counter medications that they would find in their local pharmacies, grocery stores, general merchandise retailer or even in their medicine cabinets at home. Students will read the medicine labels closely and answer questions to show understanding. This resource introduces medications that are taken at different times of day (A.M. & P.M.), different ways to take medications (pill, syrup, chewable tablet), and where to look to find out important information such as what the medication treats, how long the medication works for, and what strength the dosage is.

If you enjoy this resource check out:

Reading Medicine Labels Unit 2

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Halloween Shopping Task Cards/ Worksheets - Money Math - Special Education

By FUNctional Academics Educator

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.

This resource is also part of a Halloween Bundle that saves you 20%

Halloween Bundle

This resource is also part of a Whole Year Bundle saving you 25%

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.


Looking for other holidays/ seasons?:

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Nutrition Label Comprehension - Halloween Edition

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Halloween Scavenger Hunt

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Fall-Themed Functional Texts - Unit 1

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Thanksgiving Needs & Wants - Budgeting - Life Skills - Special Education

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Thanksgiving / Fall Needs & Wants - Special Education

Dive into the essential skill of needs vs. wants with this Thanksgiving/Fall-themed resource! This resource includes 22 worksheets with 168 questions designed to teach, engage, and challenge students. From checklists to cut-and-paste activities and scenario analyses, the varied activities enable students to grasp and apply their understanding of needs and wants in diverse situations.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Teaching Poster:

  • 1 poster illustrating the concept of needs and wants.

Checklist Worksheets:

  • 8 worksheets where students identify whether the item is a need or want.
  • 2 sets:
    • 1 set with words and pictures.
    • 1 set with only pictures.

Cut-and-Paste Activities:

  • 3 worksheets involving sorting needs and wants.

List-Making Worksheets:

  • 1 worksheet for students to list their own needs and wants.
  • 1 worksheet where students identify and list a given person’s needs.
  • 1 worksheet where students identify and list a given person’s wants.

Fill in the Blanks Worksheet:

  • 1 worksheet where students fill in the blanks.

Scenario Analysis Worksheets:

  • 3 worksheets where students identify the scenario as a need or want.

Budget-Based Worksheets:

  • 3 worksheets where students identify needs and wants from given budgets.

Supportive Materials:

  • Teacher answer key included.
  • Suggested follow-up activities for extended learning.

TOTAL:

⭐ 22 WORKSHEETS WITH 168 QUESTIONS

This resource is Fall/ Thanksgiving themed and includes seasonal items like: decorations, pumpkins, and hay bales, this resource makes learning about essential life skills fun and relevant. It's perfect for Thanksgiving but also suitable for year-round use.


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Fall-Themed Job Postings

Farm Stand - Vocational Skills

November Life Skills Morning Work - Digital & Paper BUNDLE

Fall Task Cards - Google Slides

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Summer Recipes - Cooking Activities & Worksheets - Reading - ESY & EYP

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Summer Recipes - Cooking Activities & Worksheets – an engaging resource for life skills and cooking classrooms. Explore 6 student-friendly recipes designed for student prep time to be completed in under 20 minutes, ideal for quick lessons.

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 EYP/ ESY both educational and delicious!

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WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

  • Ready-to-print PDF format
  • 6 recipes
  • 2 levels
  • 28 worksheets with 141 questions
  • 3 extension ideas

Answer Keys:

  • Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 6 SUMMER RECIPES

⭐ 28 STUDENT WORKSHEETS WITH 141 QUESTIONS


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

LEVEL 1 - CUT & PASTE

  • 14 cut & paste worksheets with 4-5 questions per page
  • 59 questions

LEVEL 2 - OPEN RESPONSE

  • 14 worksheets with 5-6 questions per page
  • 82 questions

RECIPES INCLUDED:

  1. Chocolate-Dipped Frozen Bananas
  2. Frozen Fruit Yogurt Bites
  3. Rainbow Fruit Skewers
  4. Frozen Lemonade
  5. Ice Cream Sandwiches
  6. S'mores Pops

Looking for a recipe unit without a theme?

Recipe Comprehension Unit 1 - Paper

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Winter Functional Texts 1 - Real-World Reading & Comprehension Worksheets

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Winter Functional Text - Reading Comprehension Worksheets for Special Education Teens & Adults.

These worksheets are designed to assist students in interacting with functional texts commonly encountered during the winter season. The focus is on reading the texts and responding to questions, demonstrating understanding applicable beyond the classroom. The texts are realistic and reflect scenarios students would encounter in daily life, including winter storm weather protocol, hockey game information, and more! Two differentiated levels are provided: cut & paste and written response.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • 5 different **Winter-**themed functional texts
  • 2 levels
  • Teacher answer key
  • Suggested follow-up activities

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

  • 17 worksheets with 85 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions/ Some MultiPart

  • 13 worksheets with 78 questions (6 questions per page)

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 WINTER-THEMED FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 30 WORKSHEETS WITH 163 QUESTIONS


Functional Texts included:

  • Hockey Game Information
  • Tubing Park Information
  • School Weather Delay/ Closure Protocol
  • Ice Skating Rink - Free Skate Information
  • Winter Weather Advisory

Looking for unit 2?

Winter Functional Texts Unit 2


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Holiday Product Label Comprehension Worksheets - Functional Text

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Holiday Product Label Comprehension - Real-World Reading for Special Education teens & adults.

Get into the festive spirit with Holiday Product Label Comprehension—an ideal tool for educators aiming to infuse real-world text practice into their lesson plans. Tailored for holiday-themed learning, this resource focuses on environmental print and incorporates text-dependent questions.

Crafted to elevate classroom life skills, these worksheets introduce students to everyday product labels that might be overlooked. From holiday decor to stocking stuffers, students will navigate common product labels, identifying crucial information during holiday shopping.

This resource is also available as part of a bundle with over a 20% savings:

Holiday BUNDLE


WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • 15 Holiday-themed product labels
  • 2 levels
  • 32 worksheets with 188 questions
  • 2 extension ideas
  • Teacher answer key

Level 1 – Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

  • 15 worksheets with 75 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 – Write in the Answer – More Complex Questions

  • 17 worksheets with 108 questions (6 - 7 questions per page)

TOTAL:

⭐ 15 HOLIDAY-THEMED PRODUCTS

⭐ 32 WORKSHEETS WITH 188 QUESTIONS

Product Labels Included:

MultiColored Lights

Hot Chocolate

Sprinkles and Icing

Lip Balm

Latkes Mix

Cookie Train Kit

White Lights

Candy Canes

Egg Nog

Artificial Christmas Tree

Candle Menorah Set

Spray Window Snow Frost

Hershey's Kisses - Candy Cane

Christmas Tree Cookies

Ornaments


LOOKING FOR OTHER PRODUCT LABEL UNITS?

Product Label Comprehension Unit 1

Product Label Comprehension - Unit 2

Product Label Comprehension Unit 3

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Budget Unit - Holiday Edition

December Life Skills Morning Work - Holiday Edition - BUNDLE

Holiday Shopping Task Cards

Product Label Comprehension - Holiday Edition

December Life Skills Morning Work - Holiday Edition - Paper

December Life Skills Morning Work - Holiday Edition - Digital

Hanukkah Scavenger Hunt

Christmas Scavenger Hunt

Holiday Bundle

Understanding Instructions - Holiday Edition

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Bus & Train Schedules Unit 1 - Life Skills - Vocational - Special Education

By FUNctional Academics Educator

These worksheets seamlessly integrates real-world reading with bus and train schedules with text-dependent questions. Created to immerse students in the world of everyday transportation schedules, often overlooked in classroom settings, these thoughtfully designed worksheets offer engaging exposure to a variety of routes, stops, and travel times.

As students delve into the intricacies of transit schedules, they'll tackle text-dependent questions that encourage critical thinking and enhance language skills in a tangible and relevant way. Utilize Bus & Train Schedules to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and essential real-world proficiency.

These worksheets are great for vocational IEP objectives & travel training!

This resource is also available as part of a bundle with over a 20% savings:

Bus & Train Schedules BUNDLE


WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • 5 bus/ train schedules
  • 32 worksheets per set with 178 questions
  • 64 different worksheets
  • 2 levels
  • Color set
  • Black & white set
  • Teacher answer key
  • Level 2 Easel activity

Level 1: Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

  • 16 worksheets per set
  • 80 questions (5 questions per page)
  • Teacher answer key

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

  • 16 worksheets per set
  • 96 questions (6 questions per page)
  • Teacher answer key
  • + Easel activity with 16 pages

TOTAL:

⭐ 32 WORKSHEETS WITH 178 QUESTIONS PER SET

⭐ 64 DIFFERENT WORKSHEETS

OTHER UNITS:

Bus & Train Schedules - Unit 2

Bus & Train Schedules - Unit 3

Bus & Train Schedules - Unit 4

Bus & Train Routes, Signs & Stations - Unit 1

Bus & Train Routes, Signs & Stations - Unit 2

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Summer Advertisements - Reading Store Flyers - Functional Text - EYP & ESY

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Summer Store Advertisements & Flyers. Real-World Reading and Life Skills for Special Education Teens & Adults.

This resource introduces students to realistic advertisements found in newspapers, magazines, stores, and online. The worksheets offer practical text exercises with focused questions. Students will engage in real-world reading, answering questions that involve identifying sale amounts, locating product prices, calculating savings, comparing products and prices, and recognizing product features.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • Ready-to-print PDF format
  • 2 levels
  • 6 different Summer**-themed** advertisements/ flyers
  • 30 worksheets with 141 questions
  • Teacher answer key

Level 1 - Multiple Choice - Simpler Questions - Larger Text

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

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

  • 15 worksheets with 81 questions (5 - 6 questions per page)

TOTAL:

⭐ 24 WORKSHEETS WITH 124 QUESTIONS


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Real-World Functional Texts & Documents 4 - Reading & Comprehension Worksheets

By FUNctional Academics Educator

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 110 questions
  • 5 large graphics pages

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

  • 2 data sheets
  • Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 32 WORKSHEETS WITH 110 QUESTIONS


Functional Texts included:

  • Student ID
  • Menu
  • Walking Directions
  • Bus Sign
  • Weather Alert

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

  • 10 worksheets with 50 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


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Reading Websites 1

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Reading Weather Forecasts

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Functional Texts - School Edition - Unit 1 - Real-World Reading

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Unlock Real-World Skills with our School-Based Functional Texts! Elevate learning with 2 levels of engaging content, featuring field trip slips, science fair flyers, teacher emails, school newspaper updates, and class schedules. Empower students with practical comprehension in a classroom-tested package!

Through engaging reading exercises, students will interact with these practical texts and develop crucial comprehension skills. They'll explore each functional text and respond to targeted questions that assess their understanding.

Designed with differentiation in mind, this resource offers two distinct levels, ensuring that all students can benefit, learn, and succeed.

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

Functional Texts - School Edition BUNDLE


WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • 5 school themed functional texts
  • 2 levels (cut & paste + write in the answer)
  • 24 worksheets with 150 questions
  • Answer key

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

  • 12 worksheets
  • 65 questions (5 - 6 questions per page)
  • Teacher answer key

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

  • 12 worksheets
  • 85 questions (6 - 8 questions per page)
  • Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 DIFFERENT FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 24 WORKSHEETS WITH 150 QUESTIONS

TEXTS INCLUDED:

  • Field Trip Notice/ Permission Slip
  • Science Fair Flyer
  • Teacher Email
  • School Newspaper Flyer
  • Student Academic Schedule

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Product Label Comprehension - Back to School Edition

Dollar Up Shopping Worksheets - Back to School Store

Back to School Shopping Task Cards

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Back to School Advertisements

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Reading Prescriptions - Unit 1 - Functional Reading - Life Skills - Medication

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Thank you for your interest in my product!!

This is a NO PREP, print and go resource!

These worksheets work great for functional text & life skills IEP objectives.

This resource is also part of a BUNDLE saving you 20%

Reading Prescriptions BUNDLE

This download includes:

  • 8 different prescriptions
  • 2 levels
  • A color & black and white set
  • Teacher answer key
  • Suggested follow up activities

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

  • 1 how to read a prescription label sheet
  • 20 worksheets with 100 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Multi-part questions

  • 1 how to read a prescription label sheet
  • 12 worksheets with 75 questions (6 - 8 questions per page)

34 different worksheets and 175 questions per set.

A total of 68 different worksheets.

This resource is designed to expose students to a variety of real prescription medications that they could get prescribed from a doctor. Students will read the prescriptions closely and answer questions to show understanding. This resource introduces medications that are taken at different times of day (morning, noon and/or night) different types of medications (capsule, lotion, tablet and syrup), and where to look to find out important information such as what the medication is and its strength, what it treats, when and how it should be taken along with any potential side effect and warnings.

Check out units 2 & 3:

Reading Prescriptions Unit 2

Reading Prescriptions Unit 3

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Product Label Comprehension 2 - Real-World Reading - Life Skills - Special Ed

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Product Label Comprehension is tailor-made for teachers seeking to provide real-world text practice using environmental print with text-dependent questions.

This resource is designed to expose students to everyday product labels that are often overlooked in classroom life skills. These specially crafted worksheets will help introduce and familiarize students with different kinds of common products, such as deodorant, razors, and shaving cream and identify important product information during shopping.

By closely reading these product labels, students will be challenged to answer text-dependent questions, fostering critical thinking and language skills in a practical and relatable manner.

This resource is also available as part of a bundle with a 20% savings:

Product Label Comprehension BUNDLE


WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • 12 common product labels/ packaging
  • 25 worksheets per set with 138 questions
  • 50 different worksheets
  • 2 levels
  • Color set
  • Black & white set
  • Teacher answer key
  • Follow up ideas

Level 1: Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

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

Level 2: Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions

  • 13 worksheets per set
  • 78 questions (6 questions per page)
  • Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 25 WORKSHEETS WITH 138 QUESTIONS PER SET

⭐ 50 DIFFERENT WORKSHEETS


Unit 1 & 3:

Product Label Comprehension Unit 1

Product Label Comprehension Unit 3

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Spring Funtional Texts - Real-World Reading & Comprehension Worksheets

By FUNctional Academics Educator

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.


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Digital - September Life Skills Morning Work - Back to School Warm Ups - Google

By FUNctional Academics Educator

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.

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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!


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September Life Skills Morning Work - Paper

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Father's Day Funtional Texts - Real-World Reading & Comprehension Worksheets

By FUNctional Academics Educator

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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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.


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Father's Day Shopping

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Reading Menus - Winter-Themed Worksheets - Real-World Reading & Life Skills

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Reading Menus - Winter-Themed Worksheets for Special Education - Functional Text Skills

Are you looking for engaging reading activities designed for special education teens or adults during the winter season? Check out these Winter-Themed Reading Menus Worksheets. Your students will go through four menus, each with a winter theme. These realistic menus help students practice real-world reading skills for community independence. They'll answer questions about items, descriptions, prices, and more. Plus, these worksheets are already differentiated into 2 levels!

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Winter Menus Bundle


WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

  • Ready-to-print PDF format
  • 4 winter-themed menus
  • 2 levels
  • 42 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

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

  • 18 worksheets
  • 72 questions (4 questions per page)
  • Teacher answer key

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

  • 16 worksheets
  • 80 questions (5 questions per page)

TOTAL:

⭐ 4 WINTER-THEMED MENUS

⭐ 42 WORKSHEETS WITH 152 QUESTIONS

MENUS INCLUDED:

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

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Fall Menu Math - Unit 1

Fall Menus Bundle 1


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Winter Vocational Reading Comprehension

Winter Functional Texts 1

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Valentine's Day Funtional Texts - Real-World Reading Worksheets

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Are you looking for real-world reading activities tailored to your special education teens or adults? These Valentine's Day worksheets engage students as they explore invitations, flyers, emails, & more.

Within this resource, students actively engage with the texts and show their understanding by responding to comprehension questions. Designed to be inclusive for all learners, these worksheets have two levels: cut-and-paste or open response.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • 5 different Valentine's Day-themed functional texts
  • 2 levels
  • 30 worksheets with 164 questions
  • Extensions ideas
  • Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 VALENTINE'S DAY-THEMED FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 30 WORKSHEETS WITH 164 QUESTIONS


Functional Texts included:

  • Valentine's Day Flower Fundraiser
  • Valentine's Day Sale Email Ad
  • Valentine's Day Dinner Menu
  • Valentine Social
  • Galentine's Day Invitation

MORE INFORMATION:

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

  • 16 worksheets with 80 questions (5 questions per page)

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

  • 14 worksheets with 84 questions (6 questions per page)

A total of 30 different worksheets and 164 questions.


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Winter Job Postings - Functional Reading - Vocational Activities - Worksheets

By FUNctional Academics Educator

Winter 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 winter worksheets! Designed to mirror real-world job postings during the winter 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 winter job postings
  • 2 levels
  • 32 worksheets with 124 questions
  • 4 large job posting pages

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

  • 2 data collection recording sheets
  • Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 4 WINTER JOB POSTINGS

⭐ 32 WORKSHEETS WITH 124 QUESTIONS

Job Postings Included:

  • Snow Shoveler
  • Ski Mountain Greeter
  • Concessions Stand Attendant (winter sports)
  • Arena Cleaning Crew

THIS RESOURCE PAIRS WELL WITH:

Winter Vocational Reading Comprehension

Vocational Skills - Winter Concessions Stand


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)
  • 4 highlight/ circle the answer reflection worksheets with 16 questions (4 questions per page)
  • Answer key

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

  • 12 worksheets with 64 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 Product Labels 1 - Functional Reading - Life Skills - EYP & ESY

By FUNctional Academics Educator

| EYP | ESY | Summer School | Life Skills | Reading Comprehension | Summer Activities | Summer Resources | Special Education | Real-World Skills |

Get ready for summer school programs with an engaging resource designed to help students practice reading real-world text and answering functional questions. These worksheets teach students the essential skill of deciphering common summer product labels, such as sunscreen, bug spray, and aloe, through cut-and-paste and open response activities. Perfect for special education students to learn skills for independence.

This resource is also part of a Summer Bundle saving you 20%

Summer BUNDLE


WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

  • Ready-to-print PDF format
  • 14 summer product labels/ packaging
  • 2 levels
  • Color + black & white set
  • 29 worksheets with 160 questions per set

Answer Keys:

  • Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 14 SUMMER PRODUCT LABELS

⭐ 29 WORKSHEETS WITH 160 QUESTIONS PER SET

⭐ 58 DIFFERENT WORKSHEETS


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Level 1 – Cut & Paste – Simpler Questions

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

Level 2 – Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Multi-part Questions

  • 15 worksheets with 90 questions (6 questions per page)

Product Labels Included:

  • Sport Sunscreen
  • Ice Cream Sandwiches
  • After Sun Moisturizer
  • Water Balloons
  • Bug Spray
  • Ice Pops
  • Deodorant
  • Face Sunscreen
  • Sunscreen Lip Balm
  • Detangler
  • After Bite
  • Aloe Vera
  • Citronella Candle
  • Smores Kit

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Summer Product Labels Unit 2

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These worksheets are specifically created for students to read and interact with product packaging, allowing them to practice their comprehension abilities in a fun and practical way. With a range of questions to answer, students will develop their reading skills while discovering key details about the featured products.

The Summer Product Labels offer two levels of difficulty to cater to different learning needs. Level 1 involves a cut-and-paste activity where students match the questions to the corresponding answers on the label. This hands-on approach encourages visual and tactile learning, enabling students to actively engage with the material.

For those ready for a greater challenge, Level 2 requires students to write their answers. This level promotes critical thinking and encourages students to express their comprehension through written responses. It also allows teachers to assess students' understanding of the product information in a more comprehensive manner.

The questions cover a range of relevant information, such as identifying the product name, recognizing the brand, determining the scent, identifying the specific SPF value and more . By exploring these elements, students gain valuable knowledge about various summer products while sharpening their reading comprehension skills.


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Summer Needs & Wants

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Dollar Up Shopping - Camping Store

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Paying Bills/ Bill Comprehension - Unit 1 - Life Skills

By FUNctional Academics Educator

| Paying Bills | Reading Utility Bills |Functional Text | Life Skills Reading | Comprehension Questions | Special Education | Real-World Skills |

This resource is specifically designed to introduce students to the vital life skill of reading common bills accurately. With this downloadable material, students will engage with a diverse collection of realistic bills, including those from a veterinarian, store credit card, cell phone company internet and cable provider, and car loan.

Through a series of thought-provoking questions, students will develop a deep understanding of various aspects related to these bills, such as a_ccount details, costs, due dates, late charges, and more._ The resource offers two levels of engagement: a cut-and-paste activity level and a write-in-the-answer level. This ensures that students of varying abilities can participate and reinforce their learning.

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Paying Bills MEGA BUNDLE - Paper & Digital


Recently updated to include:

  • 2 levels
  • All new graphics
  • Black & white set
  • 12 new worksheets per set/ 36 total new worksheets
  • 80 additional questions added

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • 5 different realistic bills
  • 2 levels
  • Color + black & white set
  • Teacher answer key

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

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

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Multi-part questions

  • 12 worksheets with 84 questions (7 questions per page)

**⭐**24 different worksheets and 144 questions per set.

⭐A total of 48 different worksheets.

Bills Included:

  • Veterinary
  • Store Credit Card
  • Cell Phone Bill
  • Cable & Internet Provider
  • Car Loan Bill

Key Features:

1. Realistic Bill Exposure: The resource provides students with exposure to authentic bills commonly encountered in real-life situations, enhancing their ability to understand and analyze bills effectively.

2. Comprehensive Questioning: A wide range of questions is included to cover crucial aspects of bill reading, such as account information, costs, dates, and potential penalties. This promotes a holistic understanding of bill-related concepts.

3. Two Levels of Engagement: The resource offers flexibility with two levels of difficulty. Students can choose between a cut-and-paste activity or a write-in-the-answer format, allowing them to engage at a level suited to their abilities.

By utilizing Practical Bill Reading Skills, students will develop a valuable life skill that empowers them to confidently navigate and comprehend common bills. This resource sets a strong foundation for financial literacy and responsible decision-making in the real world.


For Unit 2 & 3 click below:

Paying Bills Unit 2 - Paper

Paying Bills Unit 3 - Paper

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