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Parenting a Literal Child
It's not just a matter of symantics - for some kids, everything is literal. In parenting several kids with FAS/FAE, I've found that you have to be very careful with your instructions - because they'll be followed!
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Dragonfly: Specials Needs and Universal Access Resource
Universal Access Educational Video Games and Software.
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The Modular Cup System Cup Lid Set Only
Note: Review only, product no longer for sale.
A cup system with two interchangeable handles, two types of lids and provision for adding weight.
This cup (T1134-A, order sep.) can be adapted for persons with arthritis, tremors, limited hand use and control. A T-shaped handle and an inverted J-shaped handle provide options in assembly. The cup is clear plastic, 9 oz. (266 ml) in a cup holder. Lids have vent holes for controlling the flow of liquids. One lid is flat for use with a straw. The other lid with a spout for spill-free drinking in a semi-reclined position. Weight can be added to stabilize tremors. Up to three, 2 oz. (57 gm) round weights (T1134-C, order sep.) fit neatly inside the base of the cup holder. Institutional dishwasher safe.
| T1134-B |
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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Interpreting Facial Emotions
Many children (especially those with autism-like conditions) have difficulty interpreting facial expressions and understanding why people feel certain emotions. Moody Bear Puzzle, Emotion Cards, Smart Alex software all offers an opportunity to recognize expressions and hopefully talk about why the person might be happy or frightened. Try using them with a mirror and perhaps Polaroids of familiar people showing the same emotions. Eventually see if your child can make (and understand) the expressions, then take their pictures!