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155. Why I Stopped Doing Themes (and what you can do instead)

155. Why I Stopped Doing Themes (and what you can do instead)

Update: 2025-11-21
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Theme weeks can be fun—but what if they’re also burning you out? In this episode, I’m walking you through the moment I decided to stop planning my entire week around pumpkins, apples, or snowflakes… and what I did instead to keep students progressing and save my sanity.

Inside this episode:
 ✔ Why theme overload happens
 ✔ The systems to use instead of seasonal overhauls
 ✔ A realistic way to sprinkle in themed fun without derailing your routines

🎧 Listen in and take a deep breath—you have permission to skip the scarecrow centers this year!

If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.

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155. Why I Stopped Doing Themes (and what you can do instead)

155. Why I Stopped Doing Themes (and what you can do instead)

Jennifer DeBrosse