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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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Turning Knob Operator
Note: Review only, product no longer for sale.
Turns knobs, faucets, valves and keys
People with hand disabilities will benefit from this turning device. Can be used in a work or home environment. It will work on any non-round control knob or appliance handle. When the turner is pushed onto a knob, the pins in contact with the knob's surface retract, while the remaining pins surround the knob for a secure grip. Measures 2 1/4" (57 mm) in diameter but will grip larger irregular-shaped knobs. The T-shaped handle, 5 1/4" (133 mm) long, is ergonomically sized and shaped for ease of operation.
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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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Adapted Art: Painting with Crayon Brix
Crayon Brix can be painted with if dipped in water or used dry like a pastel.
The shape provides a change and a new challenge for budding artists.
If your child has trouble with traditional cylindrical crayons - these may be easier to handle. They are excellent quality with strong true colour. Of course they are nontoxic, although kids should not snack on them! They are not washable so you don't want them used on the walls. And do use a smock!