Task Boxes

Recently I have had quite a few teams requesting more visual teaching activities, one idea that has really taken off for a lot of these teams is the good ol' task box. Task boxes are simple to make and easy for kids to do because they are visual. Task boxes can be plastic bins or old shoe boxes that contain materials for a certain activity. The activities are typically short and structured, and they may offer a blend of familiarity and challenge. I love task boxes because they: have a definite beginning, middle and end; appeal to the desire for routine and order; address an infinite number of skills; encourage independence; and they break down activities into small steps.

Here are some examples of easy task boxes:



Check out the books Tasks Galore and How Do I Teach This Kid? for more task box ideas.