Using a Microwave: Parts & Functions (Level 2)
by The Ticket to Teaching for SPEDucators © 2026
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Subjects: specialed,lifeSkills
Grades: 0
Description
Help your students build functional kitchen appliance skills, starting with the vocabulary and functions associated with using a microwave. Students will select real-life parts of a microwave and identify their functions. They will also identify real-life microwave pictures/parts amongst familiar, real-life kitchen items. This deck is designed for secondary special education, life skills, and transition learners. This activity supports independent learning and workplace readiness. **Level 2: For learners who need moderate support and are working on their identification and comprehension skills.** SEL Standards Alignment: CASEL Self-Management CASEL Social Awareness CASEL Self-Awareness CASEL Responsible-Decision Making CASEL Relationship Skills Functional SPED "I can" Statements: I can identify a microwave. I can identify the parts of a microwave. I can identify the microwave door. I can identify the microwave handle. I can identify the microwave keypad. I can identify the microwave display. I can identify the microwave turntable. I can identify the "start button." I can identify the "stop/clear button." I can explain the purpose of each microwave part.
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