The ULS Phonics Secret: Science of Reading in Special Ed

Did you know that Unique Learning System (ULS) actually has standalone courses?! 🤯 Beyond the monthly thematic units we all know and love, there is an entire hidden framework that takes the Science of Reading and beautifully applies it to modified learning. Trying to down-map general ed phonics materials on a Sunday night is a fast track to teacher burnout. In this episode of Modifying the Chaos, we are digging headfirst into the ULS Foundational Phonics Courses so you can stop reinventing the wheel. We break down the anatomy of a phonics module, why Level 2 mouth-shape visuals are pure gold for whole-group instruction, and a clever behavior hack for those kiddos who purposely choose the wrong answer just to hear the computer error sound. Plus, I’m sharing my exact 2-day pacing strategy to avoid content overload and a low-prep tactile word-building setup for your non-writers.Grab your coffee, click over to your dashboard, and let's completely shift your phonics game! ☕✨👇 RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 👇📋 Kindergarten Foundational Phonics Planning Guide: https://ko-fi.com/s/af51931f4e(Grab this freebie to see exactly how to pace these foundational courses across the entire school year to build letter and word fluency!)🎙️ Listen to the full Audio Podcast here: Spotify: @Modifying the Chaos⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS ⏱️ 00:00 - The Hidden ULS Feature You're Missing 01:05 - Science of Reading Meets Modified Learning 02:00 - Anatomy of a Phonics Module02:28 - Level 2 Game Hack: Mouth-Shape Visuals 03:18 - Clever Trick for the "Error Sound" Lovers 04:00 - Letter Identification & Multiple Fonts 04:32 - The Pacing Strategy: How to Avoid Overload 05:26 - Tactile Word Building for Non-Writers 05:53 - Free Kindergarten Phonics Curriculum Map👋 ABOUT OUR CHANNEL Welcome to Modifying the Chaos! Hosted by Beth, this channel is dedicated to helping busy special education teachers break down frameworks, resources, and classroom management strategies into bite-sized, actionable steps. We tackle self-contained classroom setups, alternate assessments, data collection, paraeducator training, and curriculum implementation—all without sacrificing your weekends. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for weekly special ed strategies! 🔔#ScienceOfReading #SpecialEducation #UniqueLearningSystem #SpecialEdTeacher #PhonicsForKids