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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.
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Dragonfly: Specials Needs and Universal Access Resource
Universal Access Educational Video Games and Software.
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Maddadapt Built-Up Handle Angle Cutlery Right-Hand Fork
Note: Review only, product no longer for sale.
Adjustable rings on the handle give support against individual fingers for maximum comfort.
Persons with limited upper extremity movement and grasping ability can eat independently and comfortably with these 30 degrees angled forks and spoons. Adjustable rings on the handle give support against individual fingers for maximum comfort, or may be removed if desired. The handles are hollow so that non-toxic weight can be added as necessary (Maddaplas Putty, H70935-0003 is recommended). Use cat. no. F74626-0000 to enlarge handles. Dishwasher safe.
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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 |
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Protecting children with spina bifida in the pool
Swimming in the shallow end poses a special hazard for children without sensation in their legs. To ensure their safety try putting the child into a swim aid like the Dolphin and avoiding the shallow end all together. Don't forget to check the latex-status, most are latex-free.