Ability Awareness Program - Elementary
Program Basics Introduction and Program Basics
Supportive Activities Click here for school-wide activities that enhance the in-class Ability Awareness Program.
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Appendix 1 - Ability Awareness Coordinator
Appendix 2 - Ability Awareness Kit Inventory and Budget
Appendix 3 - Timeline
Appendix 4 - Sample Letters from Principal
Appendix 5 - Sample Letters from Teachers
Appendix 6 - Assembly Speakers
Appendix 7 - Volunteer Recruitment Flyer
Appendix 8 - List of Famous People With Disabilities
Appendix 9 - Sign Language Song
Appendix 10 - List of Books for Library Reading
Appendix 11 - SHHHHH Handout to Parents and Homework Sheet
Appendix 12 - Hello Lunch Sample
Appendix 13 - Teacher Feedback Survey
Appendix 14 - Student Feedback
Appendix 15 - Additional In-Class Activities
Book for K & 1 Classes "It's OK To Be Different"
The Ability Awareness program simulates characteristics of many differing diagnoses. Follow the above link to access a comprehensive set of diagnosis descriptions, how those characteristics may present in the classroom environment, and tips for teachers.
