Quick Search
PLAY Pen Article
Debunking four common steryotypes about kids with special needs
Often what is known about disabled children comes from television and movies. This information often is false and exaggerated and leads people to believe in stereotypes. Stereotypes can be destructive to the relationships between children and new, inexperienced caregivers.
|
|
Dragonfly: Specials Needs and Universal Access Resource
Universal Access Educational Video Games and Software.
|
|
Comfort-Grip Cutlery - Soup Spoon
Note: Review only, product no longer for sale.
Lightweight, soft, contoured
Stainless steel utensils feature handles designed for hands with limited grasping ability. Lightweight, soft and contoured so that there is no irritation to pressure points. Handles have a soft, rubbery, non-slip surface. Angled utensils reduce wrist stress and provide easy use for those with limited upper extremity motion. The Rocker Knife allows single-handed cutting of foods with a rocking motion. The Roller Knife has a sharp rolling blade which allows single-handed cutting. All utensils are dishwasher safe.
| T1139-D |
Typical Access Profile
Auditory Normal Low Extremely Low Not Using Hearing Hyper-Acute |
Vision Normal Low Extremely Low Not Using Vision |
Gross Motor All Some Few Not Using Gross Motor |
Fine Motor All Some Few Not Using Fine Motor |
Developmental Age Range 0 - 2 3 - 5 6 - 8 9 - 12 13 and Over |
Language Typical Some Spoken Receptive Only Sign Assistive/Augmentitive Not Using Language |
Welcome to Dragonfly USA.
PLAY Tip
Occupational Therapy: Cut Up Fruits and Vegetables
A great toy for developing good fine motor skills in kids with mild special needs and visual impairments. Try slicing up a nice salad and then see if your child can match up the pieces again! Can your child hold the food with one hand and cut it up using the knife with the other? Many good creative games can be played with these. To add to the fun, add old pots, Tupperware, and kitchen tools.