STEM Storiez: Switch-accessible ebooks!

Zyrobotics is a company dedicated to developing several accessible technologies focused on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math stem storiez(STEM).  Their products include math and educational games, smart toys and switch interfaces.  One of the apps in the STEM series is STEM Storiez, a switch-accessible e-book featuring a lovable smart toy named Zumo.  The company states that all of their STEM apps “combine education and therapy to fully help in achieving developmental milestones for children of all abilities.”

STEM Storiez is no exception.  Storiez features a series of switch-accessible e-books focused on science, technology, engineering and math.  The app uses narration, interactive visuals, animations, sound and customizable accessible text to include children of all abilities!

Key features of STEM Storiez:

  1. Each touch on the screen provides a different interactive experience, either animated visuals or fun sounds.
  2. Switch-accessible for individuals with motor challenges who use an external switch (connected through a Bluetooth switch such as TabAccess or Zumo).
  3. Offers customizable settings, such as the option to remove voice/sound or change the text size.
  4. Engages children through its interactive visuals, sounds and animations.
  5. Audio can be adjusted for sensory-sensitive children.
  6. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements within this app.
  7. Available on iOS and Android devices.

To learn more about STEM Storiez, Zumo, and more click here!

 

 

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