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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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Discovery Bike 12"
The bike that adjusts, to grow with your child!
Discovery bikes offer freedom and independence! Features full adjustability with independently adjustable handlebars and telescopic post (moves up, down and forward.) The pedals automatically move when the bike is moved, teaching the required reciprocal leg movements. Even brand-new riders can learn and practice effortlessly. The bike can be pedaled forward and backward which is easier for the cognitively young to understand. Standard locking hand brake, hoop strap pedals, 7.5" seat back with safety strap. Discreet assistance handle offers extra safety. Sizing: 10" Discovery is suitable for people with a 8"-16" inseam. Maximum weight: 75 lbs. 12" Discovery is suitable for people with a 13" - 20" inseam. Maximum weight 125 lbs. 16" Discovery fits people with a 20" - 26" inseam. MAximum weight 150 lbs. (Max. height 4'8") Colours available: Red, or Blue. Please specify colours when ordering. Shipping in continental US or Canada included. Warning: To be used under supervision and with a CSA, ANSI, or SNELL approved helmet. Never leave a person unattended on a bike for any reason.
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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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Eight In A Row: Developing Pre-Reading Skills
Before a child can learn to read, there are essential "pre-reading" skills that a child must master. Three of the most important are sequencing, left-right progression, and time progression (before and after). All can be explored and practiced with Eight In A Row. The puzzles show scenes that are familiar to most children. There is a child making a painting and a child getting up in the morning. Each piece has only one place to fit it onto the next piece, so children with delayed fine motor skills can usually manage the puzzle-fitting with a minimum of frustration.