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 Teaching strategies to use now!

dynamICONs and Balance Challenge

Two visual strategies I created for teachers to support students—and themselves!

Illustration of a piece of notebook paper with several colorful post-it notes on it. Each post-it note has a different symbol, such as three dots, brackets, and a ray of arrows

dynamICONs

A simple visual strategy to help teachers make their communication more clear, concrete, and consistent

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Illustration of a dial. On one side it reads "encourage independence" with an icon of a person walking up stairs. On the other side it reads "Provide support" with an icon of an outstretched hand

Balance Challenge

A visual framework to help teachers explore the nuances of decision-making in the classroom

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Strategy Blog

A growing collection of strategies and ideas for teachers

Aaron Lanou Aaron Lanou

Simple Visuals for Deep Thinking

Visual supports make abstract concepts more concrete for students, helping them learn, remember, and apply their thinking. Learn how to use simple, free tools to create clear visuals in your classroom.

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