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Communicating Effectivly With The Deaf-Blind
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
Not all Deaf-Blind people are alike. Some have different needs and communication methods and styles. This article presents 11 useful guidelines for developing a good communication stratagy.
Elizabeth Spiers and Stephen Ehrlich work in a with adults who are both deaf and blind to various degrees. In this article, they share their best tips for establishing sensitive and respectful two-way communication with people who have multiple sensory challenges.
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Floor Basketball Game: Perfect for Circle Time!
The Floor Basketball Game can be used by children in wheelchairs, standers, or custom seating solutions.
Social skills and gross motor skills are developed with the floor basketball game. Portable and accessible from all sides, it is great for circle activity time.
Try using balls of different weights or sizes to vary the difficulty level. Balls with different tactile surfaces provide variety. Place the hope next to a wall to provide a back board for advanced shots.