Looking for a Chrome extension to help your child or student with writing difficulties? Check out the Premier Chrome Toolbar! Premier for Google Chrome offers a suite of literacy tools like dictation and a talking word processor – all available within your Chrome browser. Premier Literacy, the company behind the extension, acknowledges the importance of […]
Author: Laura Medcalf
National Assistive Technology Awareness Day
Happy National Assistive Technology Awareness Day! Last year, Congress made a resolution declaring March 27, 2019 as the first National AT Awareness Day. This year we are celebrating the wonderful world of assistive technology today! The definition of assistive technology (AT) may vary with each individual. However, the federal definition is as follows: “An assistive technology […]
Ribbon Push and Pull Cube Toy
Looking for a fun toy to teach your child about cause and effect? The Ribbon Push and Pull Cube by Fun and Function is one available option! The Ribbon Push and Pull Cube is a visually engaging tactile sensory tool featuring six sides. According to its description, “This engaging, tactile tool helps keep kids attentive […]
AM364 – SensaPrize Subscription Box
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! There are so many subscription boxes available it can be overwhelming to find the right one. […]
Jensen Residential ADA Swing
One of the things getting me through this frigid weather is the idea of the golden sun soon warming my face. When I was a child, one of my favorite playtimes was swinging. If you’re looking for a swing for your child with special needs, check out the Jensen Residential ADA Swing! The Jensen Residential […]
Crystal Growing Hedgehog – Fun Science Toy
Fat Brain Toys offers a large catalogue of toys for children of all ages and abilities. One of my favorite things about their website is that you can search for toys based on different special needs. When I selected Sensory Integration Disorder (also referred to as Sensory Processing Disorder), the Crystal Growing Hedgehog popped up. […]