Differentiation and Special Education Support / K-2

Visual Direction Cards for Centers

Simple visual direction cards for common center routines such as read, build, draw, sort, and share.

NYS framework label

NYS Learning Standards with UDL-aligned access supports

Alignment note

Supports access, independence, language processing, and classroom routines.

Classroom use case

Place at literacy or math centers to reduce repeated verbal directions.

SDI support idea

Includes a classroom planning support that helps teachers adjust access, directions, response mode, or grouping without creating legal IEP documentation.

MLL/ELL support idea

Includes language-access guidance such as vocabulary preview, sentence frames, visuals, oral rehearsal, or partner talk for multilingual learners.

Preview

• First read the card
• Then build or draw
• Last share with a partner