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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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Comfort-Grip Cutlery - Soup Spoon
Lightweight, soft, contoured
Stainless steel utensils feature handles designed for hands with limited grasping ability. Lightweight, soft and contoured so that there is no irritation to pressure points. Handles have a soft, rubbery, non-slip surface. Angled utensils reduce wrist stress and provide easy use for those with limited upper extremity motion. The Rocker Knife allows single-handed cutting of foods with a rocking motion. The Roller Knife has a sharp rolling blade which allows single-handed cutting. All utensils are 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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PLAY Tip
Physiotherapy: Using the PhysioBall To Build Strength
Try this with kids with cerebral palsy or Hypotonia. Having trouble developing good head, neck, and back control? Try lying your child face down on the ball, holding their hips, and encouraging them to lift their face while the ball is rolled forward.