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EPISODE · Jun 12, 2026 · 11 MIN

181. Teacher Planning Made Easy: Start With the Skill, Not the Activity

from Special Educators Resource Room Podcast: Real Talk for Special Education Teachers

Most teachers build independent work by finding things that look good. This episode is about doing it the other way around — starting with the skills your students actually need, before you open TPT or search for a single material.This is the T in the TASKS Framework: Think it through.In this episode:Why starting with activities instead of skills is what keeps independent work from ever really stickingFive questions to ask before you download anythingHow to write down three priority skills that become your filter for every independent work decision this yearHomework: Write down three priority skills before you search for a single material. That list is what you're bringing into next week.This is episode 2 of 9 in the Special Educators Summer Series. Follow along @Positively Learning on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PositivelyLearningIf you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.Tune in every Friday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/Join the Facebook groupI'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning

Most teachers build independent work by finding things that look good. This episode is about doing it the other way around — starting with the skills your students actually need, before you open TPT or search for a single material. This is the T in the TASKS Framework: Think it through. In this episode: Why starting with activities instead of skills is what keeps independent work from ever really stickingFive questions to ask before you download anythingHow to write down three priority skills...

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