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Independent Mealtime For Kids With Motor Impairments
Using mealtimes to promote independence, self-care skills, and social interaction.
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Dragonfly: Specials Needs and Universal Access Resource
Universal Access Educational Video Games and Software.
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Children's Wheelchair Swing Platform
Note: Review only, product no longer for sale.
Sized just for kids!
Child sized 27" L. x 26" W. swing platform is made of non-skid aluminum. Ideal for children who need to stay in their wheelchairs due to physical support requirements or specialized equipment such as respirators. No need to lift kids in and out of their chairs! Caution: To be used under adult supervision at all times. Features: Plastic covered chain, stainless or galvanized hardware, and continuous aluminum hinges. Attaches to existing swing hangers on any swing frame. Sizing: Fits children the size of 5 - 14 years old. For frame specifications, please see note below. Latex-free. Note: Children's wheelchair swings can also be ordered with swivels.
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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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Sound Puzzle Box Ideal For Children With Down Syndrome and Other Special Needs
Shape sorters present a special challenge for a cognitively young child or a blind child. Here are some time-tested techniques for teaching shape fitting and matching.
Start playing by dumping the pieces out of the Sound Puzzle Box. Place the pieces in upside down so that they 'squeak' on the way out. Beginning with dumping builds the initial recognition of the objects 'belonging' inside the box, initial grasping skills, and cause and effect .
Next, cover all holes but the circle. Show the child how to put the circle piece in to the circle hole. When the circle is mastered, use the other shapes. Next offer two holes and shapes, then three.
This technique lets children choose from a manageable number of possibilities.
This toy does not require sight, and the pieces are a good size for most children.