Today I’m sharing an inside look at my April task boxes that I use with my autistic and special ed. students. Task boxes have been a life saver for me and my students. And I have a set for each month for us to rotate through. This is perfect for keeping my students engaged and stopping them getting bored.
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Storage
My task boxes are all stored in these rainbow photo keeper boxes that I got from Michael’s. I have 15 of those photo storage box carry cases at the moment and they have the following task box themes;
- Fine Motor
- Life Skills
- Math
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
April Task Boxes
But today I’m sharing with you all what’s in my April task boxes. For April there is a mixture of Spring, Easter and Earth Day activities included. And they are the following;
- Earth Day Counting Task Cards
- Ten Frame Earth Day Task Cards
- Easter Basket Following Instructions
- Following Instructions – Easter Bunny
- 2D Shape Matching, Easter Activity
- Easter Size Sorting
- Matching Clocks – Easter
- Easter Sorting Odd or Even Numbers
- Ten Frame Task Cards – Easter
- Easter Fine Motor Skills
- Free Easter Initial Letters Task Cards
- Easter Egg Puzzles – Initial Letters
- Same or Different Easter Task Cards
Earth Day Counting Task Cards
I love using clothing pegs in my task boxes to really get my students working on their fine motor skills. This task box is perfect for getting my students to work on their counting, number recognition and fine motor skills all in one! Check them out here.
Earth Day Ten Frame Task Cards
Another task box that gets my students working on a variety of skills are these Earth Day ten frame task cards. First of all, my students have to identify what number is on the task card. Then, they use a dry-wipe pen to write over and form the number. Next, they use a bingo dabber to put the same amount of dots into the ten frame.
Finally, I get them to explain what they see in the picture to work on vocabulary. Check them out here.
Easter Basket Following Instructions
Another skill that I like to get my students working on in our task boxes is the ability to follow instructions. I mix up the difficulty levels in the task box to differentiate for my students. And they really love these hands on activities. Check them out here.
Easter Bunny Following Instructions
My kids love getting to dress the Easter bunny with this fun and hands-on task box. And for me – it gets them not only working on follow instructions.. But being able to read and understand what they’re reading. And identifying the pieces of clothing we’re using. Check them out here.
2D Shape Matching
This task box is great for having my students being able to identify 2D shapes when they look different to the ‘normal’ shapes we work on. It’s really important for me to ensure that my students are able to transfer the skills we learn into different areas and environments. And it’s another great chance for my students to work on their fine motor skills with these clothing pegs! Check them out here.
Easter Size Sorting
With this task box, students need to sort the eggs into the correct baskets depending on their size. Another fun and hands-on activity that my students love! Check them out here.
Matching Clocks – Easter Bunny
Some of my students are starting to work on time. And so this Easter bunny clock matching activity felt perfect to include! Students need to pay close attention to the time on the clock on the Easter bunny.. And then find the matching clock on the side. Again, I’m using my trusty clothing pegs to get them working on those important fine motor skills too! Check them out here.
Odd or Even?
My students love the fun Easter theme numbers in this task box. And it’s another great opportunity for me to get students working on their fine motor skills. Sometimes I use clothing pegs.. but sometimes I give my students little chicks or eggs to place on their answer of choice too. Check them out here.
Easter Ten Frame Task Cards
Just like with the Earth Day ten frames, the Easter ones are another great way to work on a range of skills. Number recognition, formation, fine motor skills, counting, and vocabulary. Check them out here.
Easter Fine Motor Skill Task Cards
These task cards come in a range of different options for students to work on their fine motor and pen control skills. I have my students use dry-wipe pens and work their way through the task cards. They’re a great activity to keep students engaged while working on those all important pre-handwriting skills. Check them out here.
Free Initial Letter Easter Task Cards
This free task box is perfect for students to work on their initial letter skills.. But also their Easter vocabulary and fine motor skills too! Download your free copy here.
Easter Egg Initial Letter Puzzles
These puzzle eggs are a fun and hands-on way for students to continue working on their letter recognition and initial sound skills. Check them out here.
Same or Different?
This task box is actually one of the most popular with my students. Which is a bonus for me! Because there’s lots of great skills to work on with this one.
Students have to look at the images on the task card to identify if they are the same or different. Then they choose their answer on the side. Check them out here.
Those are the task boxes that I have set up in my April task box set for my students to use. Click here to check them out.
Do you use task boxes with your students? If so, let me know in the comments below.
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