This article describes a simple, concrete and engaging model for teaching self-determination skills (such as self-awareness, goal-setting, choice-making, problem solving and self-monitoring) to early elementary students. The model was designed to increase appropriate behaviors, academic performance and positive self-concept in students with and without disabilities. An awareness of student strengths and weaknesses was created through a demystification process. Self-determination skills were taught through the use of a teacher-constructed, desktop, simulated car. Specific examples are provided of how the car was created and used to increase the success of students in an inclusive classroom. (Contains 7 figures and 1 table.)