Each week, I am always eager to see what Apple will release for their free App of the Week. This week, the featured app is a text-based adventure game called Lifeline, which can be played on one’s iPhone, iPad and even the Apple Watch! My favorite part about this app?! All buttons are clearly labeled, making it accessible to all […]
Posts with the iPad tag
5 math apps for early learners!
After yesterday’s post on an app by Seven Academy, I decided to explore more apps by this developer. I find it interesting how they take often monotonous tasks (e.g. learning sight words) and transform them into a more colorful, exciting experience for children. A while back, I provided a list of apps to help students […]
Yum-Yum Letters: new handwriting app
Many developers have been designing apps to encourage handwriting development. A newer example of such an app is Yum-Yum Letters by Kindermatica Ltd. If you’re wanting a fun app to teach your kiddo how to write his/her letters, check out Yum-Yum Letters! Yum-Yum Letters features cute characters like a plump caterpillar or cheery snowflake which help […]
Monday Tech Tip: iPad Keyboards (that charge from an iPad)
Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us two iPad keyboards that get their charge directly from the iPad. Check it out here:
Consumer Highlight: Gabrielle Books
I had the opportunity to meet with Gabrielle at her last appointment with her assistive technology specialist, Jim Rinehart, in her home in Elkart, Indiana. Jim is an Assistive Technology Specialist at Easter Seals Crossroads. He has been working with Gabrielle since the beginning of her freshman school year of college. Gabrielle is a freshman at […]
Skill Champ: Customized education for your child with autism
With so many resources available for individuals with special needs, it can be challenging to find the right ones for you or your child. This is especially true for individuals with autism, as no two people with autism are alike. Infiniteach Inc. is an autism innovation company founded “to change the way we approach autism […]