The BEST Resources for Core Vocabulary in Special Education

Resources for Core Vocabulary in Special EducationThere is a lot of research, information and resources out there around core vocabulary. Since I started implementing core vocab in my classroom two years ago, I've spent countless hours reading websites and looking for materials. I want to share some of my favorite FREE core vocab resources and finds. I'm highlighting resources that have a LOT of information and freebies alll in one location.

-DLM Core Vocabulary:
If you're just starting off with core vocabulary, I would suggest checking out the University of North Carolina's DLM Core Vocabulary page.

-MyTobiiDynavox
The previous resource led me to the MyTobiiDynavox website that is seriously GOLD! Not only does it have lesson and activity ideas, but it has a ton of FREE core vocab books!

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Click here to make a free account. After you make an account and sign in, click the "community" tab (at the top), then "resources". The resource page then has a ton of options, but my favorite is the "core first" section. If you click on the "core first" tab, you can download free lesson plans and books for 36 core vocab words!!

AssistiveWare Core Word Classroom: 
For this awesome resource, you will also have to start by creating a free account (trust me, it's worth it!). Once you created an account and are logged in, you can then use the search area to simply search for a core word you're looking for. Once you search a word, my favorite resource is anything that says "core word of the week." If you click on any search result that has"core word of the week" in it, you will be taken to a page with videos explaining a variety of ways to teach the word, lesson plans, activity ideas, and printable core boards!

Resources for Core Vocabulary in Special Education
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Resources for Core Vocabulary in Special Education
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These websites have helped me plan my core vocab instruction during circle time for the entire school year! What are you favorite core vocabulary resources?