January Activities Ideas in Special Education

January is always exciting! It’s the first month of the year and we just got back from winter break. I live in So. California. Some of us still have plans to travel to see snow before the winter ends. In January, there are several popular themes related to its weather and holidays.

New Year Resolution

What are your Hopes and Dreams this year?

With the help of visuals, I always like to talk about what is one or two things you would like to do more this year. Anything you would like to improve on-

Free New Year’s Activity Idea Special Education Download

Free Squirrel’s New Year’s Resolution Sequencing Activity

Year of “animal”

2022 was the year of the Tiger. 2023 is all about the Rabbit. It’s my favorite animal. It’s always fun to bring that animal to the theme for arts and crafts. You can learn about that animal as well.

Chinese Lunar New Year 2023 Year of the Rabbit coloring posters FREE DOWNLOAD

Winter and Snow

It’s still pretty cold for most parts of the country. The Snowy Day activity will bring joy to the classroom. Feel free to check out my old post and download free activity worksheets.

Don’t forget to make your own snowflake. Fold a piece of paper, and cut pieces to make your own snowflakes- It’s always fun to make a snow experiment.

Animals in Winter

In a long winter time, some animals go into a deep sleep and hibernate. What are those animals? What are some animals who live particularly in cold weather and region? These are all great topics to learn, read and do crafts around.

Martin Luther King Jr.

For upper grades students, it’s the name they need to hear and learn about. Make a mini book to read and learn about Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and the great work he did for peace, equity, and justice.