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Getting Dressed Social Story
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Getting Dressed Social Story

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This social story is a great read for students who may need some support with getting dressed. A lot of children struggle with understanding why they need to get dressed, it may cause them anxiety and they may not even understand why they need to do it. Hopefully, this social story will help encourage your child(ren)/students to get dressed, and also help promote independence. Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale. Pages included are; ♦ I have to get dressed before I go out. ♦ First, I have to find my clothes. ♦ I need to find socks and put them on my feet. ♦ I need to find some pants and put them on. ♦ I need to find a skirt and put it on. ♦ I might have to do up a zip or a button. ♦ I need to find a top, I put this on too. ♦ I need to find my shoes, and put them on my feet. ♦ Once I am dressed I am ready to go out! ♦ If it’s raining I should wear a coat and umbrella. ♦ If it’s really cold, I should wear a hat, scarf and gloves to keep me warm. I recommend printing out each of the individual pages, laminating them and then binding them into a book so it will be easier for students to read - or be read to, as well as being stronger and longer lasting. You can use only the pages that you feel most relevant.
Going Shopping Social Story
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Going Shopping Social Story

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This social story is a great read for students who may need some support with going shopping. A lot of children struggle with understanding the process of what is involved going shopping, it may cause them anxiety and they may not even understand why they need to do the things asked of them. Hopefully, this social story will help encourage your child(ren)/students to go shopping and also help promote independence. Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale. Pages included are; ♦ Today I am going to go shopping. ♦ We have to go shopping for food for the house. ♦ We have to go shopping for new clothes to wear. ♦ If I have lots to buy I can make a shopping list. ♦ The shops may be busy with lots of people. ♦ I can use a basket or shopping cart for my shopping. ♦ Once I have all my shopping, I go to the cash desk. ♦ The cashier scans my shopping and I pay with money or a card. ♦ All my shopping gets packed into bags. ♦ When I get home, I unpack all the bags and put the items away. I recommend printing out each of the individual pages, laminating them and then binding them into a book so it will be easier for students to read - or be read to, as well as being stronger and longer lasting. You can use only the pages that you feel most relevant.
Brushing Teeth Social Story
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Brushing Teeth Social Story

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This social story is a great read for students who may need some support with brushing their teeth. A lot of children struggle with brushing their teeth, it may cause them anxiety and they may not even understand why they are brushing their teeth. Hopefully, this social story will help encourage your students to brush their teeth, and also help promote independence. Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale. Pages included are; ♦ It is important to keep my teeth clean. ♦ I should brush my teeth in the morning. ♦ And I should brush my teeth in the night. ♦ Brushing my teeth helps to keep my mouth fresh and clean. ♦ When my teeth are dirty, I heed to brush them. ♦ First, I get my toothbrush. ♦ Next, I wet my toothbrush. ♦ Then, I get my toothpaste. ♦ I carefully put my toothpaste on my toothbrush. ♦ Then I use my toothbrush to brush all my teeth. ♦ I have to be very careful and clean them properly or I’ll get bad teeth! ♦ I can use floss to make my teeth extra clean! ♦ Once I’ve finished, I rinse my toothbrush under the tap. ♦ Look how clean my teeth are! ♦ The dentist will be very happy with my teeth! I recommend printing out each of the individual pages, laminating them and then binding them into a book so it will be easier for students to read - or be read to, as well as being stronger and longer lasting. You can use only the pages that you feel most relevant.
Brushing Hair Social Story
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Brushing Hair Social Story

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This social story is a great read for students who may need some support with brushing their hair. A lot of children struggle with brushing their hair, it may cause them anxiety and they may not even understand why they are doing it. Hopefully, this social story will help encourage your child(ren)/students to brush their hair, and also help promote independence. Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale. Pages included are; ♦ Sometimes my hair gets messy. ♦ I need to brush my hair to make it tidy. ♦ I can use a comb. ♦ Or I can use a brush. ♦ I can brush my hair myself or have someone help. ♦ I can brush my dolls hair. ♦ I can wear my hair down. ♦ Or I can put it in a ponytail. ♦ Or I can wear a hairband. I recommend printing out each of the individual pages, laminating them and then binding them into a book so it will be easier for students to read - or be read to, as well as being stronger and longer lasting. You can use only the pages that you feel most relevant.
Social Story Having My Nails Cut
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Social Story Having My Nails Cut

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This social story is a great read for students who may need some support and help to understand why they need to have their nails cut, and how this might make them feel. This social story will hopefully encourage them and help them to understand the process. Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale. Pages included are; ♦ My fingernails grow everyday. ♦ When my fingernails get too long, I need to have them cut. ♦ If my fingernails are too long, they might snap or scratch me or someone else. ♦ My family will help me cut my nails. ♦ My teacher will help me cut my nails. ♦ I should sit really still when I’m having my nails cut. ♦ Sometimes, I might get scared of the nail clippers. This is ok. ♦ My family will be happy when my nails are cut. ♦ My teacher will be happy when my nails are cut. ♦ When my nails are cut, they won’t be as sharp. ♦ Once my nails are cut, I can go back to playing.
Having a Bath Social Story
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Having a Bath Social Story

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This social story is a great read for students who may need some support with having a bath. A lot of children struggle with having a bath, it may cause them anxiety and they may not even understand why they are having one. Hopefully, this social story will help encourage your child(ren)/students to have a bath, and also help promote independence. Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale. Pages included are; ♦ It is important to keep my body clean. ♦ When I am clean, I smell nice. ♦ Some people like to bath in the morning. ♦ Some people like to bath in the night. ♦ First, I have to put the plug in the bath. ♦ Then, turn on the tap to start the water. ♦ I can add some bubble bath. ♦ When the bath gets full I have to turn the tap off. ♦ I can play with toys in the bath. ♦ I use soap to wash my body. ♦ I use shampoo and conditioner to clean my hair. ♦ When I’m clean, I use a towel to dry myself. ♦ Then, I put on some clean clothes. ♦ I can use a hairdryer to dry my hair. ♦ Now that I am clean, I smell lovely! I recommend printing out each of the individual pages, laminating them and then binding them into a book so it will be easier for students to read - or be read to, as well as being stronger and longer lasting. You can use only the pages that you feel most relevant.
Going to the Doctors Social Story
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Going to the Doctors Social Story

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This social story is a great read for students who may need some support with going to the Doctor. A lot of children struggle with going to the Doctor, it may cause them anxiety and they may not even understand why they are going there or what to expect - mostly worried about pain. Hopefully, this social story will help encourage your child(ren)/students to go their to the Doctor, and also help promote independence. Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale. Pages included are; ♦ This is a Doctor. Doctors help people who are sick. ♦ I have to go to the Doctors surgery to see the Doctor. ♦ I give the reception my name. ♦ I may have to wait in the waiting room. ♦ When my name is called, I will go into the Doctor’s room. ♦ I may have to stand on scales to have my weight checked. ♦ I may stand by a tall ruler to measure how tall I am. ♦ I may have my blood pressure taken through a strap on my arm. ♦ I may have to have a shot, this may hurt a little bit but it’s quick! ♦ The Doctor will ask how I am feeling. ♦ If I don’t feel well, I can tell the Doctor or show the Doctor. ♦ The Doctor will use special equipment to look in my ears. ♦ The Doctor will look in my throat and use an object to push down my tongue. ♦ The Doctor may use a stethoscope to listen to my heartbeat. ♦ The Doctor can use the stethoscope to listen to my lungs too. I have to do some deep breaths. ♦ If I am hurting anywhere the Doctor will check there too. ♦ The Doctor may check my eyes with a test. ♦ I may have my hearing checked too. ♦ When I am finished, I can say goodbye! I recommend printing out each of the individual pages, laminating them and then binding them into a book so it will be easier for students to read - or be read to, as well as being stronger and longer lasting. You can use only the pages that you feel most relevant.
Guy Fawkes Flashcard Story, Bonfire Night
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Guy Fawkes Flashcard Story, Bonfire Night

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This download includes a 12 page mini story book of the Guy Fawkes Gunpowder Plot. Each mini page, is half an actual page size, meaning you cut each page in half. I recommend laminating each page individually and then binding together to make a book - it'll also make it stronger and longer lasting for you. It has been simplified into a short story, with bright, eye-catching graphics. This download comes in colour/color or black and white option. Perfect for a special needs/autistic class or pre-k/k.
Going to the Zoo Social Story
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Going to the Zoo Social Story

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This social story is a great read for children who may need some preparation for an upcoming visit to the zoo. The animals included have been kept as generic as possible so that they will more than likely be seen in any zoo. It is a generic story of two children who go to the zoo with their family. It's a great way to prepare children for what will happen, what they may see and what they may do at the zoo. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale.
Going to Hairdressers Social Story
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Going to Hairdressers Social Story

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This social story is a great read for students who may need some support with going to the Hairdressers. A lot of children struggle with going to the hair dressers, it may cause them anxiety and they may not even understand why they are going there or what to expect - mostly worried about not knowing what's going to happen. Hopefully, this social story will help encourage your child(ren)/students to go their to the Hairdressers, and also help promote independence. Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale. Pages included are; ♦ Today I am going to the hair salon. ♦ I will sit in a big chair. ♦ I can choose a hair style to have. - boy ♦ I can choose a hair style to have. - girl ♦ The stylist will brush my hair. ♦ The stylist will use scissors to cut my hair. ♦ The stylist can also use trimmers to cut my hair. ♦ The hair stylist will only cut off how much I want. ♦ I can have my hair washed and cleaned. ♦ The stylist will dry my hair for me. ♦ The stylist can use hairspray to keep my hair in style. ♦ I can have my hair dyed in the salon. ♦ The stylist can use straighteners or curlers on my hair, I recommend printing out each of the individual pages, laminating them and then binding them into a book so it will be easier for students to read - or be read to, as well as being stronger and longer lasting. You can use only the pages that you feel most relevant.
Going to Movies / Cinema Social Story
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Going to Movies / Cinema Social Story

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This social story is a great read for students who may need some support with going to the cinema / movies. A lot of children struggle with understanding the process of what is involved going to the cinema / movies, it may cause them anxiety and they may not even understand why they need to do the things asked of them. Hopefully, this social story will help encourage your child(ren)/students to go to the cinema / movies, and also help promote independence. Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale. Pages included in 'Going to Movies' Social Story are; ♦ Today I am going to the movies. ♦ The movies is where you can watch all the new movies. ♦ First, we have to buy our tickets for the movie we want to watch. ♦ We can buy some snacks and drinks to watch the movie. ♦ We have to take our seat ready for the movie to start. ♦ When the movie starts, the lights will go dark. ♦ During the movie we have to be quiet so others can watch too. ♦ At the end of the movie, the lights will come back on. ♦ We should put all our trash into the trash can. Pages included in 'Going to Cinema' Social Story are; ♦ Today I am going to the cinema. ♦ The cinema is where you can watch all the new movies. ♦ First, we have to buy our tickets for the movie we want to watch. ♦ We can buy some snacks and drinks to watch the movie. ♦ We have to take our seat ready for the movie to start. ♦ When the movie starts, the lights will go dark. ♦ During the movie we have to be quiet so others can watch too. ♦ At the end of the movie, the lights will come back on. ♦ We should put all our rubbish into the bin. I recommend printing out each of the individual pages, laminating them and then binding them into a book so it will be easier for students to read - or be read to, as well as being stronger and longer lasting. You can use only the pages that you feel most relevant.
Going to the Beach Social Story
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Going to the Beach Social Story

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This social story is a great read for students who may need some support with going to the beach. A lot of children struggle with understanding the process of what is involved going to the beach, it may cause them anxiety and they may not even understand why they need to do the things asked of them. Hopefully, this social story will help encourage your child(ren)/students to go to the beach, and also help promote independence. Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale. Pages included are; ♦ Today I am going to the beach. ♦ It’s going to be warm so I should wear some sunscreen. ♦ I should also wear a hat and sunglasses to stay safe from the sun. ♦ I can take some toys with me to play on the beach. ♦ When we get to the beach there is lots of sand and the sea. ♦ I can build sandcastles on the beach. ♦ I can go swimming in the sea, and use my floats. ♦ If I don’t like the feel of the sand I can wear beach shoes. ♦ I can look in the pools for different creatures. ♦ I can lay on my towel on the sand to relax. ♦ I can take a picnic to the beach to eat and drink on our blanket. ♦ There is a cafe at the beach where I can go for some food and drinks. ♦ When I am finished at the beach I can have a shower to get the sand off. ♦ I can change into clean, dry clothes for the journey home. I recommend printing out each of the individual pages, laminating them and then binding them into a book so it will be easier for students to read - or be read to, as well as being stronger and longer lasting. You can use only the pages that you feel most relevant.
Animal Life Cycle Puzzles
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Animal Life Cycle Puzzles

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This resource includes 5 different animal life cycle puzzles where students have to match together the different animal life cycles. Simply cut out each of the jigsaw pieces and laminate (this will keep them strong and longer lasting and students match the parts of the life cycle to the correct animals. Animals included are: ♦ ant ♦ butterfly ♦ chicken ♦ frog ♦ turtle Each puzzle comes with 4 pieces. Each puzzle piece has an image and the name of that image below it. A fun activity that is a great way to introduce or practice life cycles.
Animal Habitats Puzzles
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Animal Habitats Puzzles

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This resource contains 5 different puzzles / habitats. These puzzles are a great way for you to introduce and reflect upon animal habitats in your teaching. Simply cut out each of the jigsaw pieces and laminate (this will keep them strong and longer lasting and students match the animals/objects to the correct habitat. Habitats included are: ♦ desert ♦ ocean ♦ arctic ♦ rainforest ♦ pond Each puzzle comes with 4 animals/nature piece. Each puzzle piece has an image and the name of that image below it. A fun activity that is a great way to introduce or work on animal habitats.
Social Story A New Student in Class
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Social Story A New Student in Class

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This social story is a great read for students who may need some support and help to understand how to deal with their feelings when a new student joins their class, and how they can be welcoming and help the new student to settle into their classroom. Many students with autism are visual learners and like to learn through seeing something in action. This book comes complete with matching, simple yet engaging graphics to help describe what is being said on the page. Comes in col option only - no b/w availability, however you can print in grayscale. Pages included are; ♦ In our classroom, we do lots of learning together. ♦ We spend lots of time together in class with other students and our teachers. ♦ Sometimes, our classroom will have the same students all year. ♦ Sometimes, we may get a new student join our class. ♦ The new student may be new to the school. ♦ The new student may also be new to the area, and just moved here. ♦ Or, the new student may be moving from another class to our class. ♦ Sometimes, having a new student in class may make me anxious. ♦ I should remember, that the new student may feel anxious too. ♦ Going to a new class can be very scary. ♦ We should look after the new student and become their friend. ♦ We should find out their name, and more about them. ♦ We should also help them find things around the classroom, and school. ♦ By helping our new student, we are being a good friend and classmate. ♦ This helps our classroom be a nice place.
Guy Fawkes Flashcards, Bonfire Night
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Guy Fawkes Flashcards, Bonfire Night

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Bonfire Night, Guy Fawkes, Flashcards, Prompts A total of 19 different flash cards all related to Bonfire Night/ Guy Fawkes. Comes in colour/color option. Appropriate for American and British classrooms. These come two to a page. I recommend cutting them out individually and laminating. They can be used as flashcards, introducing the topic Guy Fawkes/Bonfire Night, or just as writing prompts.
The Good Samaritan Bible Story
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The Good Samaritan Bible Story

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This simplified story is based on the bible story The Good Samaritan. It includes 15 pages and the story has been simplified to be more engaging for students and easier for them to understand and follow the story. Each mini-page, is half an actual page size, meaning you cut each page in half. I recommend laminating each page individually and then binding together to make a book - it’ll also make it stronger and longer lasting for you. This is a fun, and simple way to introduce a Bible story into your classroom and Religious Education lessons. You can use this resource as a whole class story which you can read to your students, or print numerous copies and have them readily available for your students to read in your classroom library. Another great way to use this resource is to introduce the book page by page each day/week and put together as a sequencing activity into student’s literacy books so that you can discuss each page more in-depth and have your students work on their sequencing skills. This resource comes in colour/color or black and white option for your preference.
Class Timeline, Schedule, Visual, Symbol Cards
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Class Timeline, Schedule, Visual, Symbol Cards

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These cards are perfect to use as a class timeline/schedule to improve your classroom management, organisation and help students to visually see what they will be doing throughout the day and preparing themselves. There is a wide range of different symbol cards available, if you require something that is not included please contact me and I will add this. This resource will really help keep your students focused on their task at hand while helping them to transition to the next activity but also knowing what to expect throughout the day. By having a fixed timeline in front of them students will become more aware of what is expected of them through the day - this will especially help with students who may get anxious about the unknown. The symbols included so far; ♦ English ♦ Literacy ♦ Math ♦ Numeracy ♦ Geography ♦ History ♦ PE ♦ ICT ♦ IT ♦ Computers ♦ iPads ♦ Choice ♦ Assembly ♦ Music ♦ Outside ♦ Trip ♦ Park ♦ Walk ♦ Playtime ♦ Dinner ♦ Snack ♦ Home ♦ School ♦ Guided Reading ♦ Art ♦ Library ♦ Drama ♦ Party ♦ Birthday ♦ Celebration ♦ Science ♦ Colouring ♦ Coloring ♦ Writing ♦ Language Arts ♦ Field Trip ♦ French ♦ Bus ♦ Spelling ♦ Group Work ♦ Gym ♦ Lunch ♦ Reading ♦ Story ♦ Cookery ♦ Bathroom ♦ Playground ♦ Breakfast All children, regardless of differing needs, can have huge benefit from having a class timeline/schedule. This is a growing bundle and as requests are made, more symbols will be added to this pack that are appropriate for timeline/schedule use.
July Short Story Sequencing Jigsaws
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July Short Story Sequencing Jigsaws

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This resource contains 7 different, short story, sequencing jigsaws. Students simply read the short story then use the information that they have read to figure out which order to place the image into the jigsaw. All the jigsaws comes in b/w option and col option for your preference. The stories are; ★ Today is Canada Day, me and my family are going to a special parade through the village. After the parade, we are going to have a picnic in the park, and then tonight we are going to watch the fireworks. ★ It’s the 4th of July and we are celebrating Independence Day. We’re having a barbecue for lunch, then we are going to wave our flags while watching the parade. Tonight, my father is going to set off some fireworks in our back yard to celebrate ★ I wake up to the sound of my father singing ‘God Bless America’ because today is Independence Day. My sister is in the kitchen in her America skirt and waving her American flag. My mom has made us special cupcakes for breakfast and my dad has put a huge American flag in our front yard. ★ Today, my brother is taking me fishing on the pier. He has given me some green boots to wear and he has hired a boat for us. My brother uses a fishing rod and I use a net on the other side of the boat and finally we catch a blue fish. ★ My dad has bought us a camper to go camping in. We set off to the camping park, by the time we arrive it’s dark and the moon is out. In the morning, we wake to the sun shining and my dad is standing there with all his fishing gear on. ★ Today we are doing a car wash to raise funds for our sports club. Lucy is standing out the front with a car wash sign. First, a green car comes in, we wash it with soap, then Fred washes it down with a hose pipe. At the end the driver gives us some cash for our collection. ★ Today, we are going to the carnival. My brother rushes to the ball toss game and throws the ball straight through the hole, he wins a goldfish! Next, we play hook-a-duck and I win a giant, pink teddy bear!
2D Shapes Fly Swat Game
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2D Shapes Fly Swat Game

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This 2D shape fly swatting game is a great way for your students to work on their 2D shape recognition skills. This game will provide your students with a different way of learning their shapes, keeping their motivated and engaged in their learning. You will need to purchase/have a fly swatter to play this game. This resource comes in two different difficulty levels where students can either swat the fly with the matching shape image on the flashcard, or use the flashcard with just the shape name on and then swat the matching fly with the shape on. It also comes in b/w or col option for your preference. This is a fun activity that will keep your students engaged and focused while learning their 2D shapes.