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 […]

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 […]

FreeSpeech – Build Language and Learn Grammar

Looking for an affordable way to practice your English language skills?  FreeSpeech is noted on the App Store to be the “#1 Best New App!”  It is an app developed to help users explore the English language.  It is a unique experience for children of all ages and abilities, and is especially ideal for visual […]

Apps and Activities for Speech and Language Development

Speech and language are probably the most commonly challenging areas of development for individuals with and without special needs.  Little Bee Speech is a company dedicated to providing parents, speech language pathologists, and educators several resources to assist children in obtaining their speech therapy goals.  Since school’s out for many students, it’s important to continue practicing […]