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A Real Family Village
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
TRACE center has created a wonderful site for parents and caregivers of children with special play needs.
The Dana Mitchell Resource Page For Parents With Disabilities
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
Did you know that in the US alone, more then 8 million families have a parent with a disability? Find resources here!
Bandaides And Blackboards
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
This is a site about growing up with medical problems of all types. Has sections for kids, teens and adults.
National Organization On Disability - Religion And Disability Program
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
This interfaith program from the National Organization on Disability (NOD) urges local congregations, national denominational groups and seminaries to remove architectural, communication and attitudinal barriers.
Personal Ponies
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
A unique non-profit organization dedicated to providing disabled children with a Miniature Shetland Pony to love and care for completely without charge.
Tips For Grandparents Of A Grandchild With A Disability
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
Grandparents can offer their children love and support through difficult times, the trick is knowing how! These tips show ways to grandparent kids with special needs smoothly.
The Down Syndrome Web Page
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
This site is composed of contributions from parents and professional members of the Down Syndrome listserv and newsgroup. Very informative!
Preparing For A Child's Surgery
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
Tips from a mother's who's daughter had open heart surgery. Very practical!
Children's Disabilities and Special Needs
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
Articles, resources and online support for parents of children with disabilities and special needs.
Premature Baby - Premature Child
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
Parents of children who are born premature need support to help their children in the NICU and can often use support for a long time thereafter. This website exists to support parents in providing the best opportunities for their children for a lifetime.
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Beginning To Use Switch Adapted Toys With Children With Special Needs
Since some children are easily distracted, it is best to remove distractions and setup toys in a manner that will keep the child interested and focused. In order to make a switch adapted toy stand out from the rest of the environment during play, place dark colored toys on a light surface, such as a towel. Place light colored toys on a dark surface. This will make it easier for children to see the cause and effect of pressing the switch activating the toy. There are many switch adapted to choose from - ranging from a cuddly bunny to a fierce dinosaur!