Special Educational Needs at High School and College: Support tips and strategies for classroom inclusion. From ADHD to social, emotional and mental health, this quick reference handbook gives a short overview of a range of additional learning needs, including typical characteristics, strengths and barriers to learning. It also includes tips and strategies for teaching assistants/classroom support workers to help develop learners’ independence skills, and easy classroom adjustments that teachers can implement, to minimise barriers and promote an inclusive learning environment. It is set out in such a way as to help to clarify the different roles and responsibilities of professionals in the classroom. There is a brief description of the role of the teaching assistant/support worker and also a short explanation of what is meant by reasonable adjustments. It is a handy guide for busy professionals, including NQTs, TAs and SENCos in high schools and colleges. Includes information on the following: Autism Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Dyslexia Dyspraxia Dyscalculia Social, Emotional and Mental Health General Learning difficulties, including Moderate, Severe and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties.

This is a complete lesson on the topic of similes and how to write your own similes. There are 13 editable PowerPoint slides to guide/structure the lesson. Included are several engaging, multisensory activities with accompanying worksheets. Dyslexia/inclusion friendly. Activities include searching the Internet, searching magazines or drawing their own pictures. Learning outcomes: By the end of the lesson, learners will be able to – • Explain what a simile is • Recognise similes in pieces of writing • Write a simile of their own Printing the worksheets onto pastel coloured paper may help some learners. Suitable for Key Stage 2/3, and also supports learners with SEN.

A fun checklist quiz to introduce learners to the importance of good study habits. It prompts learners to think about and rate their current study behaviours in a number of areas: Listening Reading Revising Organisation Time management Useful as an entertaining lesson starter to prompt further classroom discussion on study skills. Suitable for any subject area. Ages 14-16 and 16+

A colourful, quick glance poster to raise awareness of the different aspects of dyslexia. Includes strengths, barriers, what to look out for in the classroom, tips for teaching, effective strategies and general facts about dyslexia. Handy for staffrooms.