Curated OER
Journalism: Ritalin Abuse
Students conduct research and interviews to examine abuses of Ritalin to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder. They interview doctors and students and collect contact information to include in a sidebar.
Reed Novel Studies
The Lightning Thief: Novel Study
Maybe dark clouds do have a silver lining. Just when Percy from The Lightning Thief thought of his life as doomed, he learned that his father is a Greek god. Scholars work through activities as they read how his life took a drastic turn....
Possibilities
Disability Awareness Activity Packet
Bring awareness to disabilities with a packet consisting of a variety of activities designed to inform scholars about disabilities—autism, hearing impairments, physical disabilities, and more! Learners test their communication skills,...
Curated OER
The Guy Behind Kinko's
Students explore the concept of starting a business. In this starting a business lesson, students read an article about the founder of Kinko's. Students discuss how Kinko's expanded and tried to avoid centralization and homogenization.
Curated OER
JetBlue Soars on CEO's Creativity
Students explore the concept of entrepreneurship. In this entrepreneurship lesson, students read an article about how the CEO of JetBlue has become successful. Students discuss how ADHD has helped the CEO of JetBlue. Students spend...
PBS
Stories of Painkiller Addiction: Contemplating Nature vs. Nurture
Does having an addict in your family make it more likely to become one yourself? Explore the genetic risk factors, as well as the prominent environmental influences, for substance addiction in a lesson that encourages awareness and open...
Curated OER
Awesome Adaptations!
Second graders explore biology by researching animal characteristics. For this adaptation lesson, 2nd graders identify the history of several animals and research the changes that have occurred to their anatomy over thousands of years....
Read Works
Read Works: Focus on Adhd
[Free Registration/Login Required] This informational text passage explains ADHD, its effects, and explanations from students who are living with the condition. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential...
Read Works
Read Works: The Scoop on Adhd
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about ADHD with information about what it is and how to deal with it. Advice and insight from students with ADHD gives a unique perspective. A question sheet is available to help...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Language Deficits and Traumatic Brain Injury
Read this passage and study the chart to complete a five-question quiz on language deficits and traumatic brain injury.
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy Publications: Disability Information
Here are fact sheets on disabilities, available in text or PDF, English or Spanish. Each offers characteristics of the disability, tips for teachers and parents, and lists of related resources.
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy Publications: Disability Information
Here are fact sheets on disabilities, available in text or PDF, English or Spanish. Each offers characteristics of the disability, tips for teachers and parents, and lists of related resources.
PBS
Pbs: Misunderstood Minds
A wonderful spotlight on scientific explanations behind learning differences and strategies to aid success in school. Includes profiles of the students in the documentary as well as interactive activities designed to give site visitors a...