Nov 13, 2025
In this episode, Dawn shares how to use seasonal adapted units like Fall Leaves and Thanksgiving to hit AAC, core vocabulary, math, and reading goals in special ed classrooms.
Seasonal doesn’t mean shallow.
In this episode of BTE, I’m walking you through how I use my Fall Leaves and Thanksgiving-themed adapted units to build communication and core vocabulary—without adding more to my plate.
You’ll hear:
Why seasonal units improve
engagement
How I hit multiple IEP goals with
one activity
Easy ways to incorporate AAC, fine
motor, reading, and math
What’s included in the Fall Leaves
unit
How to set up paras to run
stations with confidence
Whether you’re a new SPED teacher or a seasoned pro, this episode will give you real-life ways to simplify and strengthen your November planning.
🎧 Listen now + grab the Fall Leaves Unit today.
👉 TPT Fall Leaves Unit
👉 Exceptional Collective Link
👉 Fall Fine Motor Freebie + free Digital Slides