All Online Resources

The table below contains a list of all of our Online Resources. You can use the ‘Search’ box to find the resources relevant to you.

TitleDescriptionLink
Supporting Talk Time - Classroom StrategiesA step by step guide for classroom teachers to support the planning, implementation and embedding of a key curricular support strategy ‘Talktime’ into their teaching practice.English
Academic Vocabulary Building ActivitiesMarzano’s Six Steps to Effective Vocabulary InstructionEnglish
Literacy and Language Resources
Activities and Books to Support Exploring the Environment during Spring Activities and books for learning at home and in the outdoors focussed on art, sensory play, SESE, fine and gross motor skills and literacy skills. (Parents and Teachers;  Primary)English
Storybooks about Spring AnimalsThis resource gives lots of suggestions and ideas for using picture books and audio links to explore spring animals across the curricula. (Parents and Teachers; Early Years and Primary)English
Telling Stories about Spring Time - Developing Language SkillsStrategies and ideas to develop storytelling skills using key question words. (Parents and Teachers; Early Years and Primary) English
Guidance for Teachers of Students who are Blind or Vision Impaired – Summer Programme 2023This document is to be used a guide by teachers delivering Summer Programme 2023 to students who are blind or visually impairedEnglish
Springtime Vocabulary and Spelling Activities Three activities to practise word recognition and spelling : word matching; word to picture matching; close activity (Parents and Teachers; Primary) English
Springtime Vocabulary Activities for Early Language Targets Simple vocabulary development activities for students who are working on early language targets. (Parents and Teachers; Early Years and Primary)English
Literacy ideas based on 'The Thing About Spring' storybook Comprehension strategies and suggestions, phonological awareness and phonics activities and a choice board based on a picture book for junior end of Primary school. (Parents and Teachers; Early Years, Primary)English
Using the Pages App to Produce an E-book on Spring to Support WritingDetailed instructions and supports on using the pages app to develop an e-book to support writing development. (Parents and Teachers; Primary and Post-Primary)English
Creative Writing Activities at Home Activities to develop creative writing during this home schooling period and a list of age appropriate webites. (Parents and Teachers; Primary)English
Outdoor and Active Learning Resources
Developing a Healthy Lifestyle - ExerciseA resource to support post primary L2LP students in developing a healthy lifestyle - exercise. Learning Outcomes 3.14, 3.15. (Teachers and Parents; Post-Primary)English
Sensory Spaces in Schools

A practical resource to support schools to develop sensory spaces within schools or classrooms.English
Irish
SPRING in your Step Activities and fun ideas to encourage students to move more. (Parents and Teachers; Primary and Post Primary)English
A Spring Nature Walk - Out and AboutSuggestions for activities to do on a spring walk. (Parents and Teachers; Primary School) English
Flower Sorting ActivitiesDifferent sorting activities using flowers to develop vocabulary from the Maths and Science curriculum for Infants. (Parents; Early Years and Primary)English
Springtime Treasure HuntA fun grid/barrier game for 2nd-6th Class children. (Parents and Teachers; Primary)English
Learning about Spring through Play Ideas for exploring the theme of spring with younger children. Four easy and fun play activities to do at home. (Parents; Early Years and Primary) English
Outdoor Classroom in Spring 12 outdoor activities incorporating many elements of learning in a fun and adventerous way. (Parents and Teachers; Early Years and Primary) English
Sensory Based Resources
Meg's Veg - A Spring Sensory Story This story uses all of the senses and can be used with students who learn best through doing (Parents and Teachers; Early Years and Primary)English
Spring Sensory Trail Activities to enable students to experience the world around them through their senses (Parents; Early Years and Primary)English
Birdsong in Spring - Lesson Plan for Students with Low Vision This resource focuses on developing aural awareness of five birds common to Ireland. Tailored to students with low vision. (Parents and Teachers; Primary)English
Birdsong in Spring - Lesson Plan This resource focuses on developing aural awareness of five birds common to Ireland. (Parents and Teachers; Primary)English
Birdsong in Spring - Resource Handout This resource handout is to accompany the Birdsong in Spring Lesson (Parents and Teachers; Primary)English
Irish
Curriculum Based Resources
How to Draw a Cartoon Frog A fun step by step drawing activity for 3rd-6th class, that develops vocabulary,listening and attention skills, ability to follow directions and builds self esteem. (Teachers; Primary)English
Growing Seeds Experiments This experiment gives detailed instructions and ideas to engage students in growing seeds. It links with the primary science curriculum.  (Teachers; Primary)English
Spring Farming Processes  Supporting student learning in the area of geography and primary economic activities. This resource focuses on seasonal farming processes. (Teachers; Post Primary) English
Spring in Early Christian Ireland Activities, resources and ideas to develop understanding of spring in Early Christian Ireland. This resource considers the historical significance of Christianity on the island of Ireland, including its contribution to the culture and society in the Early Christian period.  (Parents and Teachers; Post Primary)English
Weather Data in Spring This resource is intended to support students in learning key terminology and instruments used when gathering and using weather data. Linked to Junior Cycle Geography learning outcomes. (Teachers; Post Primary)English
Social Story - Returning to School, Communicating with StudentsA simple script for parents and teachers to use. There is a version for children who are returning to school, and another version for those who are not returning to school at the moment.English
Study Tips for Students at Post Primary LevelThis leaflet provides advice and simple strategies for Post-Primary students in relation to study. It may be useful for teachers to incorporate into their lessons or for teachers or parents to share directly with students.English
Starting Primary School
This video provides information for parents on the Transition to Primary School. It includes details on educational placements, the supports available to primary students with special educational needs and provides some information on preparing and planning for the transition with your child.

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Supporting Students with Autism
An overview of web resources to support students with Autism during Covid 19.

English
The Importance of Sleep in Promoting Children’s Health and WellbeingThe focus of this occupational therapy series is on everyday home occupations that support children’s learning, development and wellbeing. Sleep is an important activity of daily living. It is essential for the brain & body. It is important for learning, memory & well-being. This information leaflet outlines strategies to support a good sleep routine at home.View/Download
Car Washing: An Activity for Learning, Development and ImaginationWashing the car is the perfect job for children of all ages and abilities to get involved in! Not only is it an amazing sensory learning experience but it also allows children to enjoy the pleasure of ‘doing’ with others. Depending on your child’s age and level of ability you can make this activity as simple or as challenging as you feel appropriate.View/Download
Tidy Up TimeTeaching your child to take on responsibilities and engage in household chores like cleaning their bedroom area has a wealth of benefits that will support your child’s overall development.View/Download
AT Webinars Blind VIA list of upcoming Assistive Technology webinars for students who are Blind or Visually Impaired
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Taking Care of Your Pet: An Everyday Occupation to Support Learning, Development and Life SkillsThe focus of this occupational therapy series is on everyday home occupations that support children’s learning, development and wellbeing. Supporting your child to participate in caring for family pets can promote the development of important life skills. These activities can develop your child’s play, motor skills, strength, balance, sensory processing, communication, attention and organisational skills.View/Download
Rubber Duck Water Gun RaceA fun outdoor activity for 2 or more players.English
Irish
Ice PaintingThis a nice sensory experience that can be carried out outside to minimise cleaning up.English
Irish
Ice cream in a bag!A fun science experiment that results in a tasty treat!English
Irish
Summer BingoBingo is a simple game to play with young children to help them to work on their summer vocabularyEnglish
Irish
Summer Ice-popsA step by step guide with visuals as for making ice-popsEnglish
Irish
Make Your own Ice-creamA guide to making ice-cream at home, a simple step by step overview with visual supportsEnglish
Irish
The Breakfast Club: An Activity for Learning, Development and Life SkillsThe focus of this occupational therapy series is on everyday home occupations that support children’s learning, development and wellbeing. Encouraging your child to participate with you in these activities creates learning opportunities in everyday occupations which can maximise your child learning potential.View/Download
A. Quick Set Up: Understanding your Hearing Aid Care PackA guide prepared by Visiting Teachers for Understanding your Hearing Aid Care Pack.View/Download
B. Quick Set Up: Care and MaintenanceA guide to setting up and maintaining Hearing Aid packs. View/Download
C. Quick Set Up: Cochlear Nucleus 6 Roger 14 ReceiverQuick Set Up Sheet: Nucleus 6, Roger 14 Receiver, Touch Screen Mic/Transmitter and Soundfield SystemView/Download
D. Quick Set Up: Cochlear Nucleus 7 Touch Screen and SFSQuick Set Up Sheet: Nucleus 7, Roger 20 Receiver, Touch Screen Mic/Transmitter and Soundfield SystemView/Download
E. Quick Set Up: How to Check Nucleus 7 Receiver with Monitoring EarphonesQuick Set Up Sheet: How to check Nucleus 7 Processor and Receiver with Monitoring EarphonesView/Download
F. Quick Set Up: How to Connect Roger On MicrophoneQuick Set Up: How to Connect Roger On MicrophoneView/Download
G. Quick Set Up: Juno Soundfield SystemQuick Set Up Sheet: Juno Soundfield System View/Download
H. Quick Set Up: Roger Select MicrophoneQuick Set Up Sheet: How to Connect the Roger Select Microphone/TransmitterView/Download
I. Quick Set Up: Digimaster with Integrated ReceiversAssistive Technology for Deaf/ Hard of Hearing
Digimaster Soundfield System
English
Irish
Connect 12 in the ClassroomThese notes are designed for a teacher who is welcoming a child using a Connect 12 to his/her class for the new school year. View/Download
Introduction to the Connect 12 Part 2This guided introduction to the Connect 12 along with the videos attached are designed specifically to support teachers, parents and SNA’s involved with Summer programme. They are prepared in the knowledge that such persons may not previously have encountered this technology or introduced students to this piece of Assistive Technology. View/Download
Calibre Flow Mode Setting for use with Reading Services EPUB BooksCalibre Flow Mode Setting for use with Reading Services EPUB BooksView/Download
EPUB Information Booklet - ChildvisionEPUB Information Booklet - ChildvisionView/Download
How to Download and Install DAISY and EPUB books on Connect 12How to Download and Install DAISY and EPUB books on Connect 12View/Download
How to Download and Install DAISY and EPUB books on the iPadHow to Download and Install DAISY and EPUB books on the iPadView/Download
How to Download and Install DAISY books on the EasyReader App for WindowsHow to Download and Install DAISY books on the EasyReader App for WindowsView/Download
How to Download and Install EPUB books on the EasyReader App for WindowsHow to Download and Install EPUB books on the EasyReader App for WindowsView/Download
Letter for Students_DAISY Shortcuts_ChildvisionLetter for Students_DAISY Shortcuts_ChildvisionView/Download
Beach SongBeach song is a youtube song that parents can easily access.  This resource includes the lyrics, the object of reference and picture flash cards that can be printed out to support the song.View/Download
Bubble GamesThis resource has some fun bubble games that can be played at home.View/Download
Bubble Snake MakerAn overview of how to make a bubble snake.View/Download
Colour Match Buckets An easy to create activity that develops different skills and is lots of fun!View/Download
Fruit SaladThis activity is a fun one to try at home - the visual supports will appeal to many students with SEN including children with AutismEnglish
Irish
Game Playing over the Summer This document outlines some strategies for language and pragmatics.View/Download
Leaf HuntLeaf hunt is an activity you can complete at home, in your local park or while you are out on a nature walk. View/Download
Summer is here - Picture BooksAn overview of books and activities relating to summer to help with home learning.View/Download
Summer is Here - Wordsearch Wordsearch to aid visual tracking and targets word identification skills.View/Download
Summertime Boom Chicka BoomSummer Boom chicka boom is a resource adapted from a youtube song that introduces summer vocabulary and objects of reference.View/Download
Summertime with ChatterpixA guide to using the Chatterpix app to support the theme of Summertime!View/Download
Water Balloon Target GameA fun game that can be played at home to develop different skills and have fun. View/Download
Picture books to aid transitions An overview of books and activities relating to transition to help with home learning.English
Irish
Assistive Technology: 3D-Printing for Special Schools - Possibilities with linking to Transition Year Projects or community organisationsAT is evolving and diverging rapidly, and the benefits of 3D printing in/for special education environments is growing. With the advent of consumer 3D printing and adaptive open-source designs, switches can be printed on 3D printers for little money and some have very high recommendations.View/Download
Bitmojis in the Virtual ClassroomPerhaps you are considering making your remote teaching more visual, accessible or interactive, adding a relevant Bitmoji with a message, to your tasks, can help some students to understand the intent a little more. By embedding Bitmojis in your virtual lesson, some activities that students do every day could be introduced in a more engaging format. View/Download
Countdown StripCountdown Strip. Transitioning away from high interest activities and objects can be very challenging. A countdown strip warns when time with a preferred activity/object is coming to an end and assists the child in transitioning away from it.View/Download
Creating Virtual Tours of your SchoolWhether to maintain familiarity and comfort with own school or to aid with transition into a new school or section of a school, a virtual tour resource can have a number of benefits. The term “virtual tour” is often applied to slideshows, video presentations, or sometimes even PDF files, but modern students and parents can expect more. View/Download
Education Passport Education Passport - designed in Word so it can be easily adapted by schools. This document can be filled in by parents/caregivers at home with the help of the child. It will give in-depth information to the teachers and SNAs to help enable your child settle in more quickly.View/Download
Marking an End of School/ Awards Ceremony /Graduation EventIdeas for celebrating school leavers. Some schools are creating a collage of videos, editing them and presenting the award ceremony/graduation ‘live’ using YouTube Premieres function.View/Download
First ThenFirst/Then. This document explains what a First/Then is and how to use it. There is a blank template on the second page which can be printed and used at home.View/Download
Growing and ChangingWays we are changing as we grow older and bigger.View/Download
NEPS Transition from Primary to Post PrimarySupporting Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)/Social Communication Difficulties Transition from Primary to Post Primary School. An information and support pack for parents and teachersView/Download
NEPS Transition to Post PrimaryTransition to Post-Primary School. Sample Transition ProgrammesView/Download
PLC Primary and Post Primary: Making the LinksThe Primary Language Curriculum seeks to support children on their language-learning journeys, in both English and Irish.  Children continue to engage in language learning and development as they progress to post-primary school through their experience in junior cycle.  English
Irish
Supporting Students with Dyspraxia“The Next Adventure" Transitioning from Primary to Secondary School is an invaluable guide for students, parents and educatorsView/Download
Supporting students with Down syndrome transition from Primary to Post Primary SchoolDown Syndrome Ireland View/Download
Tips for Teacher Supporting Pupil Engagement and Motivation during Remote LearningSMART Strategies to support pupil engagement during COVID 19View/Download
Transition Activities: Tips for parents/guardiansAll children, and particularly those with special educational needs need a sense of predictability during periods of transition. Being prepared with transition strategies is key. These strategies may take place before, during, or after the transition.View/Download
Transitions between Activities Teaching a child to understand they are finishing an activityView/Download
Transition from Primary to Post-Primary for Children with Special Educational Needs: Parent/Guardian BookletThis resource is packed with activities to help your child with the transition from primary to post-primary. This document is in word format to allow editing.View/Download
Transition Social TemplateTransition Social Story. Use this template to create a personalised social story for your child ahead of transitioning to a new school.View/Download
Transitioning with Cause and Effect Sensory Light Box AppA guide to using apps to support transition.View/Download
Transition to Post-Primary Transfer ProfileNEPS document to support transition View/Download
SchedulesSupport with Routines for childrenView/Download
School Transitions Practical strategies to help with a variety of transitions including: Back to school/new class/new teacher/new school. Links to various resources included.View/Download
Seasonal ChangeWe see changes every year with our four seasonsView/Download
Time CapsuleTransition from primary to post-primary school time capsule. View/Download
NASA Space Launch: Potential for Disciplinary LiteracyFollowing on from the Space Launch you might like to use this resource to support home learning View/Download
An Introduction to games An introduction to this weeks 'Theme of The Week' GamesView/Download
Ball gamesAn overview of lots of different ball games that can be played at home to develop lots of different skills View/Download
Bean Bag TossBean Bag Toss! Work on your gross motor and throwing skills while having fun!View/Download
BowlingWhy not create a simple bowling alley in your own home or gardenView/Download
Chasing GamesAn overview of lots of different chasing games that can be played at home to develop lots of different skills View/Download
Clapping GamesAn overview of lots of different chasing games that can be played at home to develop lots of different skills View/Download
CSI - Playing the Role of a DetectiveWhy not play the role of a detective with your family and discover who commited the crime!View/Download
Game JokesWhy not try out these game themed jokes for funView/Download
Games and Following Directions A guide to using the HearBuilder App to follow directions. This app gives children a systematic way to improve listening and following directions skills.View/Download
Home Activities Pack - Learning at Home View/Download
Hot PotatoWho can hold onto the hot potato the longest. This is a simple game which is enjoyable for all of the familyView/Download
Ideas for Play at HomeView/Download
Jersey TagJersey Tag - get your heart rate up and have fun with this simple chasing game!View/Download
Jumping HurdlesTeach our children that we can overcome hurdles one step at a timeView/Download
Lava Pit GameToo hot to walk on, try crossing lava pit without getting burntView/Download
LimboLimbo - how low can you go?!View/Download
Maths RiddlesGames and riddles using maths are fun and are excellent for developing mathematical and comprehension skills. Try these out with all of the familyView/Download
Musical ChairsA musical game which gets younger children moving and understanding simple rules to a game.View/Download
Paper ChaseRace against your family in the paper chaseView/Download
Ring a RosyA simple game to develop rhyming skills and encourages game participation for younger children.View/Download
SnapMatching game for younger children.View/Download
What am I (Junior)What am I? is an excellent game to encourage the learning of new vocabulary. The game involves the following skills: listening, decoding, comprehension, retrieval from working memory and oral language. View/Download
What am I (Senior)What am I? is an excellent game to encourage the learning of new vocabulary. The game involves the following skills: listening, decoding, comprehension, retrieval from working memory and oral language. View/Download
What Time is it Mr Wolf?Yard game for children which develops counting skills.English

Irish
Find the AnimalListen attentively!View/Download
Stop the BusPractice initial sounds and test your general knowledgeView/Download
Barrier GamesListening while practicing social distancing!View/Download
Listening Games for Junior infantsListening and Concentrating GamesView/Download
Sound Games for JuniorsUse sounds to illustrate our favourite storiesView/Download
Picture Books for GamesPicture books reinforce the social and emotional learning that takes place when we play.View/Download
Games linked to JCTGames and Junior Cycle: This document for teachers was preprared in collaboration with JCT.View/Download
Communication and Keeping in TouchAn introduction to this weeks Theme of The Week Communication and Keeping in Touch.English
Irish
Study Tips for Students at Post Primary Level – Vision Impaired StudentThis leaflet is the adapted study skills resource for a student with low vision at post primary. It is in Ariel 24 – white on blackEnglish
Study Tips for Students at Post Primary Level – Braille using Student This leaflet is the adapted study skills resource for a braille using student at PP – text only.English
Communication and Keeping in Touch - lots of ideasLots of activities and ideas including some competitions to promote the theme of Communication and Keeping in Touch. View/Download
Secret LetterWriting an invisible letterView/Download
Making Text Accessible for Students with Vision ImpairmentUsing text with Vision Impaired StudentsView/Download
Creating a Summary using Microsoft WordThese steps can be used as a shortcut to create a summary of a document, by selecting all the lines of text in the document that you have deemed important and collating them in a new document in four easy steps.View/Download
Exceptionally Able Students and PLC ResourcesThe Primary Language Curriculum’s Progression Continua describe aspects of the Learning Outcomes in more detail and provide information to support teaching with children of a wide range of abilities including the exceptionally able child. Here we discuss the Progression Continus and how they are used. As well as links to resources to aid working with exceptionally able children you to take on the challenge of teaching to solve the Rubik’s Cube and linking it to the PLC. View/Download
Conventions of Print and Sentence Structure: PunctuationA PLC Support Document in relation to Conventions of Print and Sentence Structure: PunctuationView/Download
Literacy Experiences At Home“Reading and writing are built on a sea of talk”. The following is a list of suggested examples of everyday literacy experiences to try at homeView/Download
Books and Literacy for Everyday Communication Using picture books online and in real life to help explore the theme of communication with younger children.English
Irish
Developing Gross Motor Skills – Activity Ideas for HomeThis resource aims to provide parents with activity ideas for integration into children’s play at home to continue to support their gross motor skills development. The recourse contains activities to support core strength, balance, bilateral integration and ball skills.


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Communicating with Friends and Family Using AppsResources for different ways of communicating with friends and family.English
Irish
Communication and Links to L1LP and L2LPCommunication and Junior Cycle: This document for teachers was preprared in collaboration with JCT.English
Irish
Communication JokesA number of communication jokes to keep the humour up.View/Download
Communication and Keeping in Touch: Suggestions for Students with Complex NeedsSome ideas for keeping in touch with others for students with Complex Needs. Practical activities to support communication development.English
Irish
Computational Thinking Introducing Computational Thinking and making links with coding and with the Primary Language Curriculum.English
Irish
Family TreeCommunicate with family and create your own family treeEnglish
Irish
Family Tree for Younger LearnersMake a simple family tree with pictures of familyEnglish
Irish
Games and Activities to Develop Communication SkillsGames that can be played together at home.English
Irish
Humour
Joking Around! Using Humour as a tool to learn! English
Irish
How to Make a Card to send to a Friend or Family member Follow our step by step guide to make a card which you can send on to family or friends. This broken down task analysis with visual supports will support students with a variety of needs.English
Irish
How to send a Postcard to Family or a FriendSimple task analysis with visuals to support the child.English
Irish
Keeping in Touch: MuseumsAt this time it is important to keep in touch with our interests or even explore a new interest. This resource can virtually introduce you to some of Ireland's most well know museums.English
Irish
Keeping in Touch: PostcardKeep in touch with family members and friends by creating your own picture postcard.English
Irish
Keeping in Touch: With Zoos and Wildlife ParksAt this time it is important to keep in touch with our interests or even explore a new interest. This resource can virtually introduce you to some of Ireland's most well know Zoo and Wildlife Park.English
Irish
Keeping in Touch: Writing an informal LetterKeep in touch with family members and friends by writing an informal letter.English
Irish
Music and Communication Music and communication are closely linked and this document has plenty of fun activities to try at home.English
Irish
PronounsIdeas to try at home to support Confusion with the pronouns he and she.English
Irish
Show and Tell with My Favourite ThingsCreate a scrap book or chat of favourite thing to show to others.English
Irish
Supporting AAC users to Keep in TouchA resource prepared by NCSE SLTs to support home learning for students who use AAC devices.English
Irish
Tips for making online learning more accessible for Deaf and Hard of Hearing StudentsOnline learning tips in relation to camera, captions, fm usage & general tips.English
Irish
Writing and Communicating with the Pages AppThe Pages App (iPhone and iPad) is a free and useful way of making writing easier - follow our how to guide.English
Irish
Useful Chrome Extensions for Teachers/ParentsGoogle Chrome Browser allows you to install additional third party developed software called extensions. Some of the extensions that can be added to the browser include some with fantastic accessibility features. This resource list gives information of 7 extensions including Helperbird and Grammarly.View/Download
Kahoot and ScienceAn introduction to using Kahoot to support home learning English
Irish
Acid Rain Acid rain experiment for the student with little or no vision English
Irish
Animating Science ProjectA fun experiment to create a moving
image with three basic items from home.
English
Irish
Be an AstronomerA science experiment to try at home exploring the planets size and distance from the sun.English
Irish
Bernoulli EffectRead about it, Try it safely and Explore it further! English
Irish
Creating your own WormeryA guide with visuals to creating your own wormeryEnglish
Irish
Everyday Science for the Early YearsTwo useful  links for Parent and Child Activities to Promote Better Speech and Language and HearingEnglish
Irish
Everyday science picture booksAn overview of books and activities relating to science to help with home learning.English
Irish
Fizzy IceThis science experiment introduces children to various sensesEnglish
Irish
Icebergs and Climate ChangeRead about it, Try it safely and Explore it furtherEnglish
Irish
Immune System Word SearchWord Search and Solution relating to the Immune systemView/Download
Irish Sign Language (ISL) GlossaryAn ISL glossary of terms and vocabulary related specifically to the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. English
Irish
Let’s make a Lava LampThis is an interesting science activity to try at home. The visuals will support students with ASD and other SEN.English
Irish
Linking Science to JCT L1LP and L2LPScience and Junior Cycle: This document for teachers was preprared in collaboration with JCTEnglish
Irish
Literacy and Science at HomeLiteracy Activities linked to the theme of ScienceEnglish
Irish
Magician's Tablecloth TrickRead about it, Try it safely and Explore it furtherEnglish
Irish
Make your own PlaydoughAn easy to follow experiment to make playdough at home. Clear visuals to support all learners.English
Irish
Making a RainbowAn experiment to to make a rainbow at home with
sunlight, a glass of water, and a mirror.
English
Irish
Making Magic ColoursScience experiment for young children with ASD.English
Irish
Melting Ice CubesRead about it, Try it safely and Explore it furtherEnglish
Irish
Numeracy and ScienceNumeracy Activities linked to the theme of science.English
Irish
Outdoor Fun ScienceRead about it, Try it safely and Explore it furtherEnglish
Irish
Plastic Spinning CupsRead about it, Try it safely and Explore it furtherEnglish
Irish
Rocket ScienceA fun science experiment involving mentos and diet coke with visual Supports to support all learners.English
Irish
Rolling Down the HillRead about it, Try it safely and Explore it furtherEnglish
Irish
Science IdeasLinks to online activities relating to science to support home learning.English
Irish
Science JokesSome fun science jokes to make you smile!View/Download
Secrets of a GuitarRead about it, Try it safely and Explore it further.English
Irish
Sensory Boxes - A Resource for Students _VIExploring Our Senses for a Child with a Visual Impairment.English
Irish
The Last StrawRead about it, Try it safely and Explore it further.English
Irish
Walking on AirA fun science experiment to try at home, with clear visuals to support all learners.English
Irish
The Water CycleLearn about the Water CycleEnglish
Irish
Vaccination NationScience Comprehension.English
Irish
Home Activities Pack - Have Fun Learning at HomeThese fun and easy games will give you and your child the chance to play together, while supporting your child's skills as they move towards starting school. The activities are designed to develop key skills your child will need for the transition - attention and listening, gross and fine motor skills, pre writing, independence skills, social skills and language development.View/Download
Ideas for Play at HomeThis resource gives parents ideas on how play can help support your child’s independence skills, motor skills, play and social interaction skills and language development. It gives ideas and tips for pretend play activities as well as structured indoor and outdoor activities.View/Download
Attention and Listening Booklet - Ideas to Support Younger ChildrenThis resource provides tips , general strategies and activities for children to work on their attention and listening skills.View/Download
Ideas for Play in Smaller Spaces - Information for Parents and ChildrenThis is a creative resource which provides eight fun ideas for games to play in the home and in small spaces.View/Download
Supporting Vocabulary Development in Everyday Activities - Top Tips for ParentsThis resource for parents of young children supports the development of your child's vocabulary skills. The resource gives information, tips and ideas on how to maximise everyday opportunities for your child to hear and learn new words.View/Download
Fun with Nursery RhymesThis resource provides ideas for supporting your child's language through nursery rhymes.View/Download
Speech Sound Development - An Information Booklet for ParentsThis resource supports your child's speech development. It provides general information and advice on supporting your child's speech sound development at home.View/Download
Sharing Story Time with Your BabyThis resource gives parents six simple tips for making the most of story time with your baby.View/Download
Sharing Story Time with Your ToddlerThis resource gives parents six simple tips for making the most of story time with your toddler.View/Download
Parent Top Tips for CommunicatingThis simple one page resource outlines ten simple ways to support your child's language and communication skills.View/Download
Sensory Strategies for Toddlers and Pre-schoolers - Ideas for ParentsThis information booklet provides a brief overview of our sensory systems and sensory processing. It also provides strategies for parents to support their child's needs in managing everyday activities in the home.View/Download
World Red Cross Day, 8th May 2020Some ideas for home learning around World Red Cross DayView/Download
Baking at Junior Cycle Baking and Junior Cycle: This document for teachers was preprared in collaboration with JCTView/Download
Visual Recipe Interactive DemonstrationsInteractive Tool for parents and teachers of students with GLD / ASDView
Baking Suggestions for Students with Complex NeedsAn overview of benefits of baking and visual supports for students with complex needsEnglish
Irish
Baking for the Coeliac DietA recipe with step by step visuals to support baking for the coeliac diet.English
Irish
Activities for Vocabulary Development based around Baking Lot's of ideas to develop language at home around the theme of baking.English
Irish
Learning to Read – Advice for Parents of Students who are Deaf / Hard of HearingSupport document for parents of Students who are Deaf/ Hard of hearing in relation to reading.English
Irish
Learning to Write: Advice for Parents of Students who are Deaf/Hard of HearingSupport document for parents of Students who are Deaf/ Hard of hearing in relation to writingEnglish
Irish
Developing Listening and Language Skills
Supporting Students who are Deaf / Hard of Hearing at Home
Support document for parents of Students who are Deaf/ Hard of hearing in relation to listening and language SkillsEnglish
Irish
Coronavirus A Book for Children This online book by Elizabeth Jenner, Kate Wilson & Nia Roberts is illustrated by Axel Scheffler and may support parents with questions their children have around CoronavirusView/Download
Iced Fairy Cakes -A power point to support home learningThis Powerpoint designed by our Visiting teachers to support students who are deaf or hard of hearing will support many other learners with SEN.View/Download
Cake-making TechniquesResource to support home learning in relation to making cakesEnglish
Irish
Movement Breaks in Post-Primary Classrooms
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Irish version
Movement Breaks in Post-Primary Classrooms - BookletThis resource booklet provides teachers with simple movement ideas and strategies that they can incorporate into their classroom, with no need for equipment or big spaces.  The movement activities are designed to be used as a whole class and can be adapted to seating and standing positions in the classroom.View/Download
An introduction to BakingBaking: An Occupation for Learning, Development & Life Skills
Brought to you by the NCSE Occupational Therapy Team
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A recipe of MeCreative Writing Activity to develop children’s self-esteem and vocabularyEnglish
Irish
Baking and LiteracyLiteracy Activities linked to the theme of baking English
Irish
Baking and Numeracy Numeracy Activities linked to the theme of baking English
Irish
Baking and Social Development Baking gives us an excellent opportunity to develop social skills. English
Irish
Baking and The Sock Puppet AppA guide to using the Sock Puppets App and linking it to BakingEnglish
Irish
Baking WordsearchWordsearch to aid visual tracking and targets word identification skillsView/Download
Baking: Digital and Printable ResourcesSome useful Digital resources linked to the theme of Baking View/Download
Books and Activities Linked to Baking An overview of books and activities relating to gardening to help with home learning.View/Download
CookersUnderstanding the parts and functions of the cookerEnglish
Irish
Cookers - PrimaryUnderstanding the parts and functions of the cookerEnglish
Irish
Decorating BunsThis activity is a fun one to try at home with younger children - the visual supports will appeal to many children with SEN including children with AutismEnglish
Hot ChocolateThis activity is broken down into a task analysis - the visual supports will appeal to many children with SEN including students with AutismEnglish
Irish
Kitchen SafetyTips for Kitchen Safety with activity English
Irish
Kitchen HygieneTips for Kitchen HygieneView/Download
Making PancakesThis activity is broken down into a task analysis - the visual supports will appeal to many children with SEN including students with AutismView/Download
Marshmallow lollipopsThis activity is a fun one to try at home with younger children - the visual supports will appeal to many children with SEN including children with AutismView/Download
Poppy’s Pancake DayPoppy’s Pancake Day is a great story, full of rhyme and fun - this resource will help home learning with an online video link and word search.View/Download
Raising AgentsAn overview of raising agents to aid the understanding of how baking actually worksEnglish
Irish
Some Cookbooks in Braille for ChildrenAn overview of three Cookbooks available in BrailleView/Download
Collaboration Platforms that Support Live Video Communication: Tips Tips for Teachers on on Video Conferencing Lessons to support Remote TeachingView/Download
Compilation of Websites supporting Teachers in their support of students and parents during COVID -19This document gives a review of websites that are currently offering links to online resources for Teachers, Students and Parents in supporting students in the Academic, Social, Emotional Learning (SEL) and mental health areas.View/Download
Sesame Street School Closure ResourcesAn overview of the resouces developed by Sesame Street to support home learning during COVID 19View/Download
Books and Activities Linked to GardeningAn overview of books and activities relating to gardening to help with home learning.View/Download
In the Garden Bird Identification and AidsTips for activities in the garden around Bird Species - activity sheet to support home learningView/Download
Gardening for Post-Primary StudentsLinks to L1 and L2 for Teachers of PP StudentsView/Download
GardeningGardening : Working on your child’s learning, development and imagination! This document sets out ideas for this week’s theme of the week and was designed by the NCSE Occupational Therapy Team.English
Irish
Gardening for Students who are Blind/Visually ImpairedA resource prepared by our Visiting Teachers to support students who are blind / visually impaired in relation to gardening.English
Irish
Gardening for Students who are Deaf or Hard of HearingA resource prepared by our Visiting Teachers to support students who are deaf / hard of hearing in relation to gardening.English
Irish
Using the “Our Story” app to Support Home Learning with GardeningA guide to using Our Story App for making a story relating to gardening English
Irish
Gardening Cutting and pasting sorting activityThis resource is one that could be printed at home and involves cutting and sorting images into weeds and flowers. English
Gardening Treasure HuntThis resource is one that could be done at home in the garden or in a local park with images of things to find relating to the theme of gardening.English
Irish
Gardening Wordsearch & answer sheetThis is a wordsearch about gardeningEnglish
Weeds and Plants comprehension, dictionary work, cloze procedure & answer sheetsThis resource contains actvities and answers in relation to gardeningEnglish
Sorting activities for gardeningSorting is a very important skill for children and lots of time is spent developing this skill in school. Here are two simple sorting ideas to try at home which relate to the theme of gardeningEnglish
Irish
Gardening - Considerations for Students with Complex NeedsThis resource contains adaptations that can be made to suit students with complex needsEnglish
Irish
Gardening Nature TrailThis trail could be used in the garden or local parkEnglish
Planning for Remote Teaching and Learning - Linking Gardening to the Primary School CurriculumTeaching remotely can be challenging and and this resource aims to support Primary School teachers make curricular links to the theme of gardeningEnglish
Rock PaintingA step by step guide to rock paintingEnglish
Irish
Tips on Green Screen use for Remote Teaching
This is a simple how to guide for using a green screen. Teachers an read step by step instructions and see a video from a teacher using this approach to reach out to his students during this time. English
Irish
Behaviour Support Pack for Children and Young People with Additional Needs
Promoting Learning and Positive Behaviour at Home – (Resource 1). This resource is the first in a series of 7 booklets to support positive behaviour at home. This behaviour support pack aims to develop an understanding of behaviours of concern. The pack outlines (a) some of the reasons why a child or young person might be displaying behaviours of concern, (b) offers some useful strategies on how to prevent this behaviour(s) and (c) gives guidelines on how to de-escalate behaviour when it reaches crisis levels.
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Home Routines for Children and Young People with Additional NeedsPromoting Learning and Positive Behaviour at Home – (Resource 2). Structure and routine helps to promote positive behaviour for children and young people with additional needs both in the home and at school. This resource offers helpful tips on how to design and use visual schedules, First- Next and First – Next - Then boards as preventative strategies to help children and young people at home. View/Download
Reward Systems for Children and Young People with Additional NeedsPromoting Learning and Positive Behaviour at Home – (Resource 3). This booklet is designed for children and young people with additional needs who require additional motivation or rewards to complete new or difficult tasks. It provides practical advice on how to identify and use rewards to promote positive behaviour in the home and also discusses how to create and introduce a token economy system.View/Download
Behaviour Contracts for Children and Young People with Additional NeedsPromoting Learning and Positive Behaviour at Home – (Resource 4). This booklet is aimed at children and young people who are learning to become more responsible in their everyday lives by practicing negotiation skills. It provides advice on how to set up an agreement, also known as a contract, between a child or young person and an adult. The contract defines acceptable and unacceptable behaviour as well as rewards and consequences for everyday actions. View/Download
A Total Communication Approach for Children and Young People with Additional NeedsPromoting Behaviour and Positive Behaviour at Home – (Resource 5). This booklet provides information for children and young people who require supports for communication. The resource gives an overview of a Total Communication Approach and provides information on different modes of communication within that approach. Communication approaches such as gestures, signs, objects and pictures are discussed, to help your child to express his or her basic needs and wants.
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Life Skills for Children and Young People with Additional NeedsPromoting Learning and Positive Behaviour at Home - (Resource 6). This booklet provides information on how to develop vital life skills for your child in the home environment. It gives step by step information on how to break down complex tasks into simple steps. The resource also discusses how to use visual supports and rewards to complete tasks successfully.View/Download
Transitioning for Children and Young People with Additional NeedsPromoting Learning and Positive Behaviour at Home - (Resource 7). This booklet discusses the difficulties children and young people with additional needs often experience when they are transitioning from place to place or activity to activity. It gives suggestions on how to plan and prepare for a transition, what support your child may need as he or she transitions and ways to reward him/her for successful transitioning. View/Download
Teachers Supporting Students with AutismStudents with Autism may have many questions and concerns around the Covid-19 pandemic. This document outlines online websites, resources and apps to help teachers to support their students. Many have been developed specifically in response to Covid-19 while others may be useful for study at home as well as for self-regulation and wellbeing. View/Download
Special Schools are going…on a Virtual TourThis overview of virtual tours lists useful online websites that some special school teachers have used. Many students, particularly those with ASD, often enjoy engaging with virtual tours, which can be used to support a variety of curricular areas.English
Irish
Special Schools are using - Online resources for students with Moderate, Severe or Profound GLDThis is an overview of online resources that Special Schools have found to be of benefit for students with Moderate, Severe or Profound GLD at primary and post-primary level across a range of curricular areas.English
Irish
Special Schools are using - Online resources for students with mild GLDThis is an overview of online resources that Special Schools have found to be of benefit for students with mild GLD at primary and post-primary level across a range of curricular areas.English
Irish
Special Schools are using - Online resources for students with SEN (General - Curricular) This is an overview of online resources that Special Schools have found to be of benefit for students with SEN at primary and post-primary level across a range of curricular areas.English
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Suggested Apps for Students with Moderate, Severe or Profound GLDAn overview of apps that are useful for supporting students with moderate, severe or profound GLD. Teachers can use this list to find apps that may be suitable for their students and can communciate this to parents. View/Download
Activities and ideas for learning at home for children with Severe and Profound NeedsThis document is designed to support teachers who are teachers of students with severe and profound GLD. English
Irish
Chatt Comprehension Strategy CHATT, a during and after reading strategy, encourages students to actively engage with text as they read. Teachers may find this a useful resource to support all learners in their online classroomsView/Download
NCSE Student Study and Learning SkillsTo achieve at second level all students need a repertoire of learning and study strategies that they can apply across all subjects. This resource introduces students to different strategies that can help them when studying. All study skills resources can be adapted for different groups.English
Irish
OK5R Student Booklet CopyEffective study and test preparation skills are essential for all students. The OK 5R Method is a study strategy that helps students tackle textbook material in a strategic manner. Students who use a study system read with greater comprehension and remember more. Teachers may find this a useful resource to share with students studying at home. English
Irish
Supporting Student's Well-being for Primary School TeachersThis is a document for primary school teachers with links to websites and useful resoruces to support student's well-being.English
Irish
Overview of online supports for Post Primary Teachers This document gives an overview of some of the key supports that are available to Post primary Teachers in order to ensure they can support all their students to the best of their ability during this time of uncertainty and to support teachers to access materials in relation to online learning.View/Download
Apps and Websites with Language Games and ActivitiesThis document gives an overview of online resources, games and apps that teachers might like to reference when designing materials to share with parents. This is designed to support teachers of students with students with Speech Language and Communication Needs.English

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Apps for supporting students with AutismThis document outlines some useful apps that you might recommend to parents to help them to support their students with Autism.View/Download
COVID 19. I Can Help!
Carol Grey - Social Story
This is a social story by Carol Grey about COVID 19. This social story may be useful to share with parents of students with Autism.View/Download
Supporting Learning at home for children with Down SyndromeThis document outlines a number of activities that could be suggested by teachers to support parents in meeting the needs of their children with Down Syndrome. There are a number of activities that may also support other learners with Special and additional needs.English
Irish
Modelling and RecastingA resource for parents giving information on strategies to help you support your child’s speech, language and communication skills. This document gives examples of how to model, expand and recast speech, language and/or communication for your child. Modelling and recasting are highly effective, evidence based strategies used by speech and language therapists. These strategies are suitable for young children, older children and those with significant additional needs. This resource can be used to support targets identified by your child’s Speech and Language Therapist.View/Download
Developing Language During Everyday Routines - An Information Guide for ParentsA resource for parents of young children and those with significant additional learning needs. The resource details different ways to promote and support language and communication skill development through everyday tasks such as mealtimes and bedtime.View/Download
Word Learning Strategies & ResourcesA resource for parents and post-primary students providing information, strategies and ideas for supporting vocabulary learning.View/Download
Let’s Get Regulated !
– Information for Teenagers
This resource pack aims to share some information and activities to support teenagers to self-regulate during this challenging time. These ideas can help teens to focus on the tasks they need to do and want to do; look after their mind and body; manage their emotions; regulate their energy levels and relax. View/Download
Let’s Get Regulated !
– Information for Parents
This resource pack aims to share some information and ideas for parents on supporting self-regulation. Some of these activities could be integrated into your child’s play at home to support their self- regulation.View/Download
Sensory Processing – Information for ParentsSpending more time indoors due to social distancing measures can be challenging for all children, especially those who find processing sensory information difficult. This information booklet explains the importance of the sensory systems to learning and behaviour. It also provides advice on creating a sensory friendly space at home that can help children stay calm and regulated during these testing times. View/Download
Home Motor Skills Programme – Fine and Gross Motor SkillsIn this series of advice sheets from the Occupational Therapy Team, we first focus on the gross motor elements that are the foundation for all fine motor tasks that children complete at home and at school. The focus of the programme then changes to educationally relevant fine motor activities such as colouring, handwriting and scissor use. Each area can be followed through week by week. Links to great websites for further information and activity ideas are included in each section. View/Download
Supporting Physical Education for students with SEN during Covid 19This is an overview of useful Websites to Support Physical Education at Home for students with Special Educational Needs including those with a moderate, severe or profound GLD or who may have limited mobility.View/Download
Supporting Categorisation for Students with AutismThis document is designed to support the teachers of students with Autism in relation to categorisation.English
Irish
Taking Care of Assistive Technology in the HomeThis sheet provides helpful tips to parents of students who are using their assistive technology at home to access learning. English
Irish
Top tips for Junior and Senior InfantsA resource covering ideas for Play, Literacy, Attention and ListeningEnglish
Irish
Top tips for children in 1st and 2nd ClassA resource covering ideas for Play, Literacy, Attention and ListeningEnglish
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Top tips for children in 3rd and 4th ClassA resource covering ideas for Play, Literacy, Attention and ListeningEnglish
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Top tips for children in 5th and 6th ClassA resource covering ideas for Play, Literacy, Attention and ListeningEnglish
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Student Vocabulary Journal - post primary studentsA workbook for post primary students to support vocabulary learning and revision. The workbook can be printed or used electronically.View/Download
Speech, Language and Communication video resourcesClick to view our range of video resources on Speech, Language and Communication.View Playlist
Autism and Augmentative Alternative CommunicationAn overview of how AAC can be supportive for Autistic studentsEnglish
Irish
Outdoor OrienteeringSupport students to create a map, controls and set up the course (samples provided). Additional resources are also provided for simpler versions making the lesson suitable for all students including those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Summer Provision Newspaper/ MagazineThis activity allows children of all abilities to share the events of their day with family and friends. Students create a newspaper/ magazine page through the use of written information, drawings and/or pictures.This activity is completed daily and can be put together at the end of the provision or taken home daily. This activity is suitable for all students and is especially useful for students who are deaf and hard of hearing and for those with expressive language difficulties. English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Ninja Warrior Obstacle CourseStudents create an indoor/outdoor obstacle course using a variety of items from around the home/school. It supports communication and social skills as well as gross motor skills. This is suitable for all levels including students who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
DIY Laser Maze ActivityStudents create a laser maze using wool/ ribbon. The level of difficulty can be tailored to suit all needs. Resources provided include captions making them suitable for those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Making Marshmallow LollipopsA short and simple baking activity that is easy for all students to participate in the summer programme.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Decorating BunsA fun art decorating task where the students can have fun creating various coloured icing and decorating their buns creatively with toppings.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
My Going Back to School BookA resource to support students to think about and plan for returning to school after the summer break.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
My School - Resources to Support Transitioning Back to SchoolA resource to support students to reflect on and discuss their school and school environment in order to support positive transition back to school after the summer break.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Communication Passport OverviewA resource providing an overview of how to create an individualised communication passport for a student.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Communication Passport TemplateA template for creating an individualised communication passport for a student both during the summer programme and for the transition to a new class or school after the summer break.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Supporting Social Interaction SkillsA resource providing the steps and sample activities that can be used by teachers to develop a student’s social interaction skills.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Emotional LiteracyA resource outlining ideas and strategies for supporting students to understand and express their feelings.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Social Stories – Transition back to schoolA resource providing information on creating individualised social stories for students to support engagement in school routines and the transition back to school after the summer break.English
Irish
Supporting Coping and Calming Skills in Times of TransitionA resource outlining strategies and ideas to help cope and remain calm in times of transition.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Top Tips for CommunicatingA one page resource outlining top tips for supporting communication as part of the summer programme.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Using Visuals to Support CommunicationIdeas and strategies for using visuals to support communication opportunities and interactions.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Developing Gross Motor SkillsAn information booklet and video outlining activities that can be used by teachers to support student’s physical, social and emotional wellbeing and to support students to re-engage in learning and social activities. This pack contains activities to support core strength, balance, bilateral integration and ball skills.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Lets Get RegulatedIdeas and strategies to support students to feel regulated and ready to engage in learning opportunities.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
iPad Accessibility Sheet for Blind/Vision Impaired StudentsA simple to use fact sheet on the main accessibility features of the iPad for blind/vision impaired students.English
Irish
How to create Green Screen projectsAn overview of how to create Green Screen Projects related to individual students/classrooms/schools to support engagement in activities related to summer programme.English
Irish
Introduction to the Connect 12A guided introduction to the Connect 12, with accompanying videos to support teachers, parents and SNA’s involved with Summer Provision. This will particularly support those who have not previously encountered this technology or introduced students to this piece of Assistive Technology.View/Download
School Routines
Social Stories – Transition back to schoolA resource providing information on creating individualised social stories for students to support engagement in school routines and the transition back to school after the summer break.English
Irish
Tips for Establishing a Handwashing RoutineA resource outlining the use of visuals to support understanding and establishing a handwashing routine.English

Irish
Going on the Bus to School Completed ExampleSample visual story in relation to getting the bus to school.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Going on the Bus to School - Editable Visual StoryAn editable visual story that can be individualised for each student focussed on getting the bus to school.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Editable Summer Visual CalendarA resource providing a sample visual countdown calendar moving from summer provision to school.English
Irish
10 Day Countdown to SchoolA sample visual countdown calender to support the transition back to school after the summer break/summer programme.English
Ukrainian
Russian
Promoting Language and Communication through RoutinesIdeas and strategies for using everyday routines to support language and communication.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Social Skills and Self-Regulation
Creating Life Size Board GamesSupport students to create life size versions of their favourite board games to play in pairs/ small groups. Samples are provided with detailed instructions. This activitiy can be tailored to a variety of needs by choosing simple/complex games. This lesson is suitable for those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Ukrainian
Russian
Using a Beach Ball to Develop Literacy and MovementA variety of simple ball based activities focusing on oral language including an ice breaker activity, sight work based activity and physical education focused activity. This activity is suitable for students who are deaf and hard of hearing as well as those with a variety of needs as it can be tailored specifically for the group and their abilities. English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Ninja Warrior Obstacle CourseStudents create an indoor/outdoor obstacle course using a variety of items from around the home/school. It supports communication and social skills as well as gross motor skills. This is suitable for all levels including students who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
What Time is it Mr Wolf?A step by step guide with visuals to help teach students this game. Students can practice numbers and counting when playing this game.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Supporting Social Interaction SkillsA resource providing the steps and sample activities that can be used by teachers to develop a student’s social interaction skills.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Emotional LiteracyA resource outlining ideas and strategies for supporting students to understand and express their feelings.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Supporting Coping and Calming Skills in Times of TransitionA resource outlining strategies and ideas to help cope and remain calm in times of transition.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Developing Gross Motor SkillsAn information booklet and video outlining activities that can be used by teachers to support student’s physical, social and emotional wellbeing and to support students to re-engage in learning and social activities. This pack contains activities to support core strength, balance, bilateral integration and ball skills.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Lets Get RegulatedIdeas and strategies to support students to feel regulated and ready to engage in learning opportunities.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Task and Organisational Skills
Making Tie Dye T-shirtsLearn new vocabulary and practice following instructions by creating homemade tie dye t-shirts using a variety of colours and patterns. Instructional videos (with captions) and explanations are provided. A variety of techniques from simple to more complex make the lesson suitable for all children including those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Outdoor OrienteeringSupport students to create a map, controls and set up the course (samples provided). Additional resources are also provided for simpler versions making the lesson suitable for all students including those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Art/Drawing Barrier Games for SummerA lesson focused on developing oral language and listening skills. Students create a barrier then one person directs the other to draw/ make a pattern etc. using a variety of instructions. Both people follow the instructions. Once complete, remove the barrier and discuss the similarities and differences. Options are provided to suit all levels of need including children who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Creating Life Size Board GamesSupport students to create life size versions of their favourite board games to play in pairs/ small groups. Samples are provided with detailed instructions. This activitiy can be tailored to a variety of needs by choosing simple/complex games. This lesson is suitable for those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Ukrainian
Russian
Using Building Blocks to Support LearningThis resource provides step by step picture sequencing instructions on how to build simple building block structures. Pictures can be printed out and laminated to make a simple booklet so that children can work towards a level of independence.  English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Making a Fruit SaladA fun activity to try at home - the visual supports will appeal to many students with SEN including Autistic studentsEnglish
Ukrainian
Russian
What Time is it Mr Wolf?A step by step guide with visuals to help teach students this game. Students can practice numbers and counting when playing this game.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Making Marshmallow LollipopsA short and simple baking activity that is easy for all students to participate in the summer programme.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Decorating BunsA fun art decorating task where the students can have fun creating various coloured icing and decorating their buns creatively with toppings.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Communication Skills
Autism and Augmentative Alternative CommunicationAn overview of how AAC can be supportive for Autistic studentsEnglish
Irish
Musical Games using the Elements of MusicMusical games/activities based on the elements of music to support development of key vocabulary and concepts.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Make a Summer Mocktail – Developing Literacy and Communication SkillsMake a Summer Mocktail using simple ingredients. Recipes provided in both video and written format. Differentiated options throughout make it suitable for all levels of ability including those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Making Tie Dye T-shirtsLearn new vocabulary and practice following instructions by creating homemade tie dye t-shirts using a variety of colours and patterns. Instructional videos (with captions) and explanations are provided. A variety of techniques from simple to more complex make the lesson suitable for all children including those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Using a Beach Ball to Develop Literacy and MovementA variety of simple ball based activities focusing on oral language including an ice breaker activity, sight work based activity and physical education focused activity. This activity is suitable for students who are deaf and hard of hearing as well as those with a variety of needs as it can be tailored specifically for the group and their abilities. English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Summer Provision Newspaper/ MagazineThis activity allows children of all abilities to share the events of their day with family and friends. Students create a newspaper/ magazine page through the use of written information, drawings and/or pictures.This activity is completed daily and can be put together at the end of the provision or taken home daily. This activity is suitable for all students and is especially useful for students who are deaf and hard of hearing and for those with expressive language difficulties. English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
DIY Laser Maze ActivityStudents create a laser maze using wool/ ribbon. The level of difficulty can be tailored to suit all needs. Resources provided include captions making them suitable for those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Using Building Blocks to Support LearningThis resource provides step by step picture sequencing instructions on how to build simple building block structures. Pictures can be printed out and laminated to make a simple booklet so that children can work towards a level of independence.   English
Irish
Ukrainian
Making a Fruit SaladThis is a fun activity to try at home - the visual supports will appeal to many students with SEN including children with AutismEnglish
Ukrainian
Russian
Leaf Collecting and Art IdeasLeaf hunt is an activity you can complete at home, in your local park or while you are out on a nature walk. Learn to describe the different types of leaves and use them creatively.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Capturing Summer Using the Chatterpix AppChatterpix is an app which takes photographs and allows the user to add a voice to a person or object in the picture. English
Irish
Communication Passport OverviewA resource providing an overview of how to create an individualised communication passport for a student.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Communication Passport TemplateA template for creating an individualised communication passport for a student both during the summer programme and for the transition to a new class or school after the summer break.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Attention and Listening Skills for Older StudentsIdeas, games and strategies for developing higher level attention and listening skills for older students.View/Download
Attention and Listening SkillsIdeas, games and strategies for developing attention and listening skills for younger students.View/Download
Top Tips for CommunicatingA one page resource outlining top tips for supporting communication as part of the summer programme.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Using Visuals to Support CommunicationIdeas and strategies for using visuals to support communication opportunities and interactions.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Promoting Language and Communication through RoutinesIdeas and strategies for using everyday routines to support language and communication.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Building on Successes
Summer Provision Newspaper/ MagazineThis activity allows children of all abilities to share the events of their day with family and friends. Students create a newspaper/ magazine page through the use of written information, drawings and/or pictures.This activity is completed daily and can be put together at the end of the provision or taken home daily. This activity is suitable for all students and is especially useful for students who are deaf and hard of hearing and for those with expressive language difficulties. English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
My Going Back to School BookA resource to support students to think about and plan for returning to school after the summer break.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
My School - Resources to Support Transitioning Back to SchoolA resource to support students to reflect on and discuss their school and school environment in order to support positive transition back to school after the summer break.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Visual – Discussing Positives and Negatives of LockdownAn example of a visual resource for students to discuss their experience of lockdownEnglish
Irish
Ideas for PlayIdeas for learning through play for tutors/teachers supporting students as part of the summer programme.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
How do I learn
Autism and Augmentative Alternative CommunicationAn overview of how AAC can be supportive for Autistic studentsEnglish
Irish
iPad Accessibility Sheet for Blind/Vision Impaired StudentsA simple to use fact sheet on the main accessibility features of the iPad for blind/vision impaired students.English
Irish
Summer Provision Newspaper/ MagazineThis activity allows children of all abilities to share the events of their day with family and friends. Students create a newspaper/ magazine page through the use of written information, drawings and/or pictures.This activity is completed daily and can be put together at the end of the provision or taken home daily. This activity is suitable for all students and is especially useful for students who are deaf and hard of hearing and for those with expressive language difficulties. English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
What Time is it Mr Wolf?A step by step guide with visuals to help teach students this game. Students can practice numbers and counting when playing this game.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Making Marshmallow LollipopsA short and simple baking activity that is easy for all students to participate in the summer programme.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Learning in Everyday ActivitiesIdeas to enhance the fun and playful learning opportunities that exists within everyday activities. These activities can support children’s wellbeing and promote their physical, social and emotional development.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Make a Summer Mocktail – Developing Literacy and Communication SkillsMake a Summer Mocktail using simple ingredients. Recipes provided in both video and written format. Differentiated options throughout make it suitable for all levels of ability including those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Art/Drawing Barrier Games for SummerA lesson focused on developing oral language and listening skills. Students create a barrier then one person directs the other to draw/ make a pattern etc. using a variety of instructions. Both people follow the instructions. Once complete, remove the barrier and discuss the similarities and differences. Options are provided to suit all levels of need including children who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Creating Life Size Board GamesSupport students to create life size versions of their favourite board games to play in pairs/ small groups. Samples are provided with detailed instructions. This activitiy can be tailored to a variety of needs by choosing simple/complex games. This lesson is suitable for those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
Ukrainian
Russian
Using a Beach Ball to Develop Literacy and MovementA variety of simple ball based activities focusing on oral language including an ice breaker activity, sight work based activity and physical education focused activity. This activity is suitable for students who are deaf and hard of hearing as well as those with a variety of needs as it can be tailored specifically for the group and their abilities. English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Summer Provision Newspaper/ MagazineThis activity allows children of all abilities to share the events of their day with family and friends. Students create a newspaper/ magazine page through the use of written information, drawings and/or pictures.This activity is completed daily and can be put together at the end of the provision or taken home daily. This activity is suitable for all students and is especially useful for students who are deaf and hard of hearing and for those with expressive language difficulties. English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Using Building Blocks to Support LearningThis resource provides step by step picture sequencing instructions on how to build simple building block structures. Pictures can be printed out and laminated to make a simple booklet so that children can work towards a level of independence.  English
Irish
Ukrainian
Making a Fruit SaladThis is a fun activity to try at home - the visual supports will appeal to many students with SEN including children with AutismEnglish
Ukrainian
Russian
What Time is it Mr Wolf?A step by step guide with visuals to help teach students this game. Students can practice numbers and counting when playing this game.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Making Marshmallow LollipopsA short and simple baking activity that is easy for all students to participate in the summer programme.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Summer WordsearchWordsearch to aid visual tracking and target word identification skills.English
Irish
Leaf Collecting and Art IdeasLeaf hunt is an activity you can complete at home, in your local park or while you are out on a nature walk. Learn to describe the different types of leaves and use them creatively.English
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Summer HuntA simple resource to explore some concepts and vocabualry around some key senses (smell, vision and sound) in a fun way.English
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Overview Numeracy through Science ModuleThis document and video give an overview of the numeracy in science modules 1-10 created in collaboration with Institute of Physics (IOP).


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Film Script: Numeracy through ScienceThis is the script of the video outlining the 10 different demonstrations in the 'Numeracy through Science' module.View/Download
1a. Don't  let the ladder slip (Primary)Find the material that is least likely to slip on a tiled floor. Test many materials on a tilted tile. The steeper the tilt before slipping occurs the safer. Learn how to measure friction with a ruler. English
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1b.  Don't  let the ladder slip (Post Primary)Find the material that is least likely to slip on a tiled floor. Test many materials on a tilted tile. The steeper the tilt before slipping occurs the safer. Learn how to measure friction with a ruler. English
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2a. How to balance the see-saw (Primary)With an 80kg teacher/tutor or parent at one end of a see-saw, where should children of different weights sit, so as to balance the see-saw?English
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2b. How to balance the see-saw (Post Primary)With an 80kg teacher/tutor or parent at one end of a see-saw, where should children of different weights sit, so as to balance the see-saw?English
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3a. Let us go for a spin (Primary)Two plastic cups are taped together. Several elastic bands are joined to make a catapult. The cups are launched with the aid of the catapult. Vary the stretch and the angle until you master how to loop-the-loopEnglish
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3b. Let us go for a spin (Post Primary)Two plastic cups are taped together. Several elastic bands are joined to make a catapult. The cups are launched with the aid of the catapult. Vary the stretch and the angle until you master how to loop-the-loopEnglish
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4a. Make your own music (Primary)A simple musical instrument is made from two lollipop sticks, a plastic straw and some elastic bands. Explore how high pitch and low notes may be obtained.English
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4b. Make your own music (Post Primary)A simple musical instrument is made from two lollipop sticks, a plastic straw and some elastic bands. Explore how high pitch and low notes may be obtained.English
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5a.  Make your bridge strong (Primary) The strength of materials vary, depending on how they are used. How strong a bridge can you make with a sheet of paper. Test different designs to see which can hold the heaviest load.English
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5b.  Make your bridge strong (Post Primary) The strength of materials vary, depending on how they are used. How strong a bridge can you make with a sheet of paper. Test different designs to see which can hold the heaviest load.English
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6a. Real graphs from real data (Primary)A marble rolls down a groove and pushs a paper cup across a table. After many repeats with more than one cup the data reveals a graph but what can the graph reveal?English
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6b. Real graphs from real data (Post Primary)A marble rolls down a groove and pushs a paper cup across a table. After many repeats with more than one cup the data reveals a graph but what can the graph reveal?English
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7a. Reflections in two mirrors (Primary)When you look into two mirrors at right angles to each other, how many images will you see? Explore further if the mirrors are at 60 degrees etcEnglish
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7b. Reflections in two mirrors (Post Primary)When you look into two mirrors at right angles to each other, how many images will you see? Explore further if the mirrors are at 60 degrees etcEnglish
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8a. Rolling jars of sugar (Primary)Four identical jars each containing a different amount of sugar are allowed to roll down a ramp. The outcome is predicted and then the tilt adjusted for further explorations.English
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8b. Rolling jars of sugar (Post Primary)Four identical jars each containing a different amount of sugar are allowed to roll down a ramp. The outcome is predicted and then the tilt adjusted for further explorations.English
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9a. Small ball big bounce (Primary)A tennis ball sits on top of a basketball until they fall to the floor. Then the bounce happens. Where did the tennis ball go? This is a science experiment you will want to repeat over and over again.English
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9b. Small ball big bounce (Post Primary)A tennis ball sits on top of a basketball until they fall to the floor. Then the bounce happens. Where did the tennis ball go? This is a science experiment you will want to repeat over and over again.English
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10a. What makes a pendulum lazy (Primary)Children of all ages have played on a swing in a playground. This pendulum activity uses basic science to observe, measure length and time and draw conclusions from a swinging pendulum.English
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10b. What makes a pendulum lazy (Post Primary)Children of all ages have played on a swing in a playground. This pendulum activity uses basic science to observe, measure length and time and draw conclusions from a swinging pendulum.English
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What Time is it Mr Wolf?A step by step guide with visuals to help teach students this game. Students can practice numbers and counting when playing this game.English
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Science
Overview Numeracy through Science ModuleThis document and video give an overview of the numeracy in science modules 1-10 created in collaboration with Institute of Physics (IOP).


English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Film Script: Numeracy through ScienceThis is the script of the video outlining the 10 different demonstrations in the 'Numeracy through Science' module.View/Download
1a. Don't  let the ladder slip (Primary)Find the material that is least likely to slip on a tiled floor. Test many materials on a tilted tile. The steeper the tilt before slipping occurs the safer. Learn how to measure friction with a ruler. English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
1b.  Don't  let the ladder slip (Post Primary)Find the material that is least likely to slip on a tiled floor. Test many materials on a tilted tile. The steeper the tilt before slipping occurs the safer. Learn how to measure friction with a ruler. English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
2a. How to balance the see-saw (Primary)With an 80kg teacher/tutor or parent at one end of a see-saw, where should children of different weights sit, so as to balance the see-saw?English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
2b. How to balance the see-saw (Post Primary)With an 80kg teacher/tutor or parent at one end of a see-saw, where should children of different weights sit, so as to balance the see-saw?English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
3a. Let us go for a spin (Primary)Two plastic cups are taped together. Several elastic bands are joined to make a catapult. The cups are launched with the aid of the catapult. Vary the stretch and the angle until you master how to loop-the-loopEnglish
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
3b. Let us go for a spin (Post Primary)Two plastic cups are taped together. Several elastic bands are joined to make a catapult. The cups are launched with the aid of the catapult. Vary the stretch and the angle until you master how to loop-the-loopEnglish
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
4a. Make your own music (Primary)A simple musical instrument is made from two lollipop sticks, a plastic straw and some elastic bands. Explore how high pitch and low notes may be obtained.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
4b. Make your own music (Post Primary)A simple musical instrument is made from two lollipop sticks, a plastic straw and some elastic bands. Explore how high pitch and low notes may be obtained.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
5a.  Make your bridge strong (Primary) The strength of materials vary, depending on how they are used. How strong a bridge can you make with a sheet of paper. Test different designs to see which can hold the heaviest load.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
5b.  Make your bridge strong (Post Primary) The strength of materials vary, depending on how they are used. How strong a bridge can you make with a sheet of paper. Test different designs to see which can hold the heaviest load.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
6a. Real graphs from real data (Primary)A marble rolls down a groove and pushs a paper cup across a table. After many repeats with more than one cup the data reveals a graph but what can the graph reveal?English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
6b. Real graphs from real data (Post Primary)A marble rolls down a groove and pushs a paper cup across a table. After many repeats with more than one cup the data reveals a graph but what can the graph reveal?English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
7a. Reflections in two mirrors (Primary)When you look into two mirrors at right angles to each other, how many images will you see? Explore further if the mirrors are at 60 degrees etcEnglish
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
7b. Reflections in two mirrors (Post Primary)When you look into two mirrors at right angles to each other, how many images will you see? Explore further if the mirrors are at 60 degrees etcEnglish
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
8a. Rolling jars of sugar (Primary)Four identical jars each containing a different amount of sugar are allowed to roll down a ramp. The outcome is predicted and then the tilt adjusted for further explorations.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
8b. Rolling jars of sugar (Post Primary)Four identical jars each containing a different amount of sugar are allowed to roll down a ramp. The outcome is predicted and then the tilt adjusted for further explorations.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
9a. Small ball big bounce (Primary)A tennis ball sits on top of a basketball until they fall to the floor. Then the bounce happens. Where did the tennis ball go? This is a science experiment you will want to repeat over and over again.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
9b. Small ball big bounce (Post Primary)A tennis ball sits on top of a basketball until they fall to the floor. Then the bounce happens. Where did the tennis ball go? This is a science experiment you will want to repeat over and over again.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
10a. What makes a pendulum lazy (Primary)Children of all ages have played on a swing in a playground. This pendulum activity uses basic science to observe, measure length and time and draw conclusions from a swinging pendulum.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
10b. What makes a pendulum lazy (Post Primary)Children of all ages have played on a swing in a playground. This pendulum activity uses basic science to observe, measure length and time and draw conclusions from a swinging pendulum.English
Irish
Ukrainian
Russian
Art
Making Tie Dye T-shirtsLearn new vocabulary and practice following instructions by creating homemade tie dye t-shirts using a variety of colours and patterns. Instructional videos (with captions) and explanations are provided. A variety of techniques from simple to more complex make the lesson suitable for all children including those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
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Art/Drawing Barrier Games for SummerA lesson focused on developing oral language and listening skills. Students create a barrier then one person directs the other to draw/ make a pattern etc. using a variety of instructions. Both people follow the instructions. Once complete, remove the barrier and discuss the similarities and differences. Options are provided to suit all levels of need including children who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
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Leaf Collecting and Art IdeasLeaf hunt is an activity you can complete at home, in your local park or while you are out on a nature walk. Learn to describe the different types of leaves and use them creatively.English
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Capturing Summer Using the Chatterpix AppChatterpix is an app which takes photographs and allows the user to add a voice to a person or object in the picture. English
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Geography
Outdoor OrienteeringSupport students to create a map, controls and set up the course (samples provided). Additional resources are also provided for simpler versions making the lesson suitable for all students including those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
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Music
Musical Games using the Elements of MusicMusical games/activities based on the elements of music to support development of key vocabulary and concepts.English
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PE
Outdoor OrienteeringSupport students to create a map, controls and set up the course (samples provided). Additional resources are also provided for simpler versions making the lesson suitable for all students including those who are deaf and hard of hearing.English
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Supporting students in special schools and special classes to navigate their social environment post-COVID - VideoThis webinar recorded in June 2021 is a collaboration between NCSE and DCU's Dr Sinead Smyth. It is for teachers working with students in special schools/classes. Teaching and learning have been disrupted for the last two years and this also impacts on a students social environment.The seminar focuses on supporting students to engage in their social environments (e.g. classroom, school yard, playgrounds) post-COVID. View/Download
Resource pack to support students in special schools and special classes to navigate the social environment post COVID’.This resource pack includes a selection of planning tools to help you support your student to navigate the social environment.  It includes an information document that contains key information as well as tools that enable you to; plan and prepare; communicate the plan to your students; support your student’s as they take the necessary steps and use the social environment to support core skills taught in the classroom. View/Download
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