Individuals with dyslexia, ADHD, learning disabilities, and other special needs may often benefit from using PDF annotation/note taking apps. Annotating one’s reading is so useful in a myriad of ways and can benefit the reader not only while they read but afterwards as well. For me, reading textbooks, scholarly articles, and more has always been a challenge. I […]
Posts with the iOS tag
Sticker Steve and Sasha: Basic Emotions
Many individuals on the autism spectrum often struggle to understand basic emotions. Mindlively offers a variety of products to benefit said individuals. “Our goal is to provide sound, credible, insanely affordable interactive experiences that are an alternative to the numerous ad-crammed, variable quality, free materials available online. We aren’t aiming big– either in size or profits–but […]
ASL Kids — Sign Language
Looking for an app to help teach your child American Sign Language (ASL)? Check out ASL Kids — Sign Language, a free app available for both iOS and Android devices. According to the app’s description, children learn best “by imitating other kids” so within the app, ASL is taught by children ages 1-12. ASL Kids […]
My First AAC App
Looking for an affordable app to help introduce your child to augmentative and alternative communication? My First AAC is an iPad app specifically designed for toddlers and preschoolers who experience speech difficulties. This particular app has been noted as “a great beginner Augmentative Alternative Communication app for young children” by Megan Bratti, MS, CCC-SLP. My First […]
Articulation Carnival
Learning and practicing articulation in English can be dull and challenging for many individuals. A certified speech-language pathologist noted this and was inspired to develop a more exciting way for children to learn and practice articulation. The Articulation Carnival app motivates children to practice articulation at the word, phrase, and sentence levels. The app also makes practicing […]
Letter Cross Tracking app
Visual Learning for Life is a company founded in 2005 by Occupational Therapist Melanie Lambert. For over ten years now, the company has been dedicated to encouraging the development of individuals’ visual perceptual skills by offering an extensive array of worksheets and other resources such as apps. One of the apps I discussed in my podcast, Accessibility […]