Voice-O-Meter: Visual Supports for Students with Special Needs

This visual was created to provide visual support to students who
have difficulties regulating their volumes and voices throughout the
school day. This is a SIMPLE visual that can be printed, cut,
laminated and assembled with velcro. This can be either attached
to the student's desk or printed on cardstock for durable mobility!

The visuals explain 3 different levels:
too loud
quiet voice
no talking

The gray columns on the left is where I place 1 star to mark what
level the child is expected to be at. For example, during silent reading
I place the star next to the green "no talking" visual. During play time
I place the star next to the blue "quiet voice" visual. We want to
teach our kids when and where to use our quiet voices. The yellow
columns to the right of the visuals is where I move the "you" or "me"
icon up and down to show the child where they are at that moment.
I chose to do "you" and "me" icons because this may depend on
whether you are teaching your students to regualte their voice
themselves or if you plan to move it up and down yoruself.

Also included in this bundle are three flashcards represnting the
different levels. I did this to provide a non-verbal prompt to the
students when they are being too noisy. I find it unaffective to yell
over an already loud student!

Lastly, I have included a large version that can be printed, cut,
laminated and assembled in front of the classroom!
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