As a special education teacher, it’s important to continuously expand your knowledge and stay updated with the latest research and practices in the field. With summer break here, now is a perfect time to do some reading so that you are even better prepared for your classroom, come August.
Below are 10 books that can be valuable reads for special education teachers or school therapists this summer.
Check Out These 10 Books for Special Education Teachers:
- “The Inclusive Classroom: Strategies for Effective Differentiated Instruction” by Margo A. Mastropieri and Thomas E. Scruggs
- “The Power of Different: The Link Between Disorder and Genius” by Gail Saltz
- “Lost at School: Why Our Kids with Behavioral Challenges are Falling Through the Cracks and How We Can Help Them” by Ross W. Greene
- “Differentiating Instruction in the Inclusive Classroom: Strategies for Success” by Diane Heacox
- “Teaching Students with Special Needs in Inclusive Classrooms” by Diane P. Bryant, Deborah D. Smith, and Brian R. Bryant
- “The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan: A Blueprint for Renewing Your Child’s Confidence and Love of Learning” by Ben Foss
- “Teaching Language to Children With Autism or Other Developmental Disabilities” by Mark L. Sundberg and James W. Partington
- “The ADHD Book of Lists: A Practical Guide for Helping Children and Teens with Attention Deficit Disorders” by Sandra F. Rief
- “Autism Spectrum Disorder: Characteristics, Causes, and Practical Issues” by Jill Boucher
- “Universal Design for Learning: Theory and Practice” by Anne Meyer, David H. Rose, and David Gordon
These books cover a range of topics, including inclusive classrooms, differentiated instruction, specific learning disabilities, behavioral challenges, autism, ADHD, and universal design for learning. They offer insights, strategies, and practical tips to support your teaching practice and enhance your understanding of students with special needs. When you are choosing which books to read this summer, remember to pick books that align with your specific interests and goals as an educator, and your specific classroom in mind!
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