Wow, has this summer just flown by! It’s already that time of year again: time for the kiddos to go back to school! If you’re searching for a list of reading apps to help get your child back in the groove of reading, Reader Bee Apps may just be your one-stop solution! Before diving into the […]
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Special iApps: 6 Cause and Effect Apps
Beverley and Colin Dean founded Special iApps more than 5 years ago. They founded the nonprofit social enterprise because they couldn’t find any apps to teach their son, William, who has Down syndrome. “We found that most apps had too much going on in the background, weren’t configurable or easily personalized, and didn’t cater for […]
Pokémon Go: It’s More than Just a Game
Okay guys, I am about to admit something I wouldn’t have willingly even 4 days ago. Here it goes: I love Pokémon Go! If you’re on any social media network, watched the news, or been outside lately, you’ve probably at least heard of the game, which is taking the world by storm. On Saturday, I finally […]
AngelSense: GPS tracker for children with special needs
It is essential to know where your child is at all times. For children with autism or other special needs, this is especially true as they have a tendency to wander more than most children. AngelSense is a child GPS Tracker and an app for the parent, “designed to create a safe world for children […]
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Override the Summer Slide
Writer: Tiffany Whisner, Coles Marketing Summer is a time when most kids are enjoying water parks and splash pads, not focused on their academic skills. But maybe they should be. “Many students experience some learning loss during the summer,” said Cristen Reat. Reat is the co-founder and program coordinator at BridgingApps. “I believe there is […]
EyeOn App
“Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!” I’m sure you’ve seen or heard of this commercial advertising a button you can wear if you are living independently and at-risk. A newer app, called EyeOn, takes this same concept, but works through your smartphone so you no longer have to wear a button on your […]