I have written about several apps from Toca Boca over the years. Toca Boca is an “award-winning play studio that creates digital toys and everyday products for kids.” One of the company’s newest apps is Toca Mystery House. This app features a spooky house filled with surprises meant for slightly older children. Younger children can […]
Posts in the Apps category:
The Five Best Notetaking Tools and Apps
Once fall break is over, the big year-end tests are just around the corner. But thanks to the ever-expanding world of technology, students no longer have to scribble notes in those old-school legal pads — unless they want to. “Students of all ages have countless tools at their fingertips now,” said Brian Norton, director of […]
Meditation Oasis App
As an individual with anxiety disorders, I’m always seeking ways to relax. Meditating is one great way to calm one’s mind. The Meditation Oasis App brings all the benefits “of the popular Meditation Oasis.” The Meditation Oasis App provides easy access to over 30 powerful and relaxing guided meditations. Whether you’re new to meditation or a seasoned […]
WayAround – Smart Assistant for Visual Impairments
Smartphones have been a game changer for individuals with visual impairments. There are several accessibility features and apps that help said individuals complete daily tasks. WayAround is one example of these apps designed to simplify your life. According to the app’s description, WayAround is “a smart assistant that gives on-demand details about everyday things for anyone […]
5 Speech Therapy Apps from Erik X. Raj
Over the years I have written about several speech therapy apps. However, I have yet to write about apps developed by speech-language pathologist, Erik X. Raj. Today’s blog will highlight a handful of his available apps. Erik X. Raj is a speech-language pathologist in New Jersey. He works with elementary and adolescent students who have various […]
StepByStep Sequencing for Kids and Adults App
According to Sensational Brain, sequencing is “an important component of nearly every developmental skill, from following two-step directions to completing the getting-ready-for-school routine independently. Sequencing ability impacts speech and language development, motor planning, daily living activities, reading comprehension, organizational skills, time management, and more.” StepByStep is an app designed to evaluate and facilitate sequencing skills. […]