Finally, a resource that addresses the learning readiness crisis head-on—**not with worksheets and punishments, but with storytelling, structured reflection, and practical emotional tools.

This groundbreaking book is built for the students who need it most—those with emotional and behavioral challenges, trauma histories, and low engagement. Learning to Move Forward: Accountability helps students build self-regulation, take ownership of their actions, and re-enter the learning process with confidence.

✔️ Tackles Learning Readiness in special education classrooms by meeting students where they are—with engaging short stories, scaffolded journal prompts, and non-shaming tools for self-reflection.

This curriculum builds academic skills in a therapeutic context. Aligned to key ELA standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.3–5.3 – Describe characters and how their actions contribute to the story.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.3.1–5.1 – Write opinion pieces supported by reasons.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.3.1–5.1 – Engage effectively in collaborative discussions.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.1 – Quote accurately from a text when explaining what it says explicitly and when drawing inferences.

Aligned with the CASEL framework, this book supports self-awareness, decision-making, and restorative conversations. Every activity is structured for psychological safety and multiple means of engagement.

Use in morning check-ins, behavior intervention, counseling groups, 1:1 therapy, or classroom instruction. Activities include:

Realistic short stories featuring relatable student dilemmas

Daily reflection prompts with built-in sentence starters

Role-play, rewrite, and restorative letter exercises

A private “No Share Zone” journaling system

Perfect for middle school students or emotionally younger high schoolers needing developmentally appropriate, high-impact work.

Special educators, counselors, behavior specialists, trauma-informed teachers, and anyone supporting students in learning to take responsibility and grow.

Includes teacher's guide and student workbook.