Podcast: Play in new window | Download Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! If you’re looking for an app to help scan text, currency, barcodes, and even your surroundings, […]
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Montessori Words & Phonics App
Montessori is a method of education that is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning, and collaborative play. Their app, Montessori Words & Phonics helps children develop their reading, writing, and spelling skills. Before diving into the app, here’s more about the Montessori Learning Method: “In Montessori classrooms children make creative choices in their learning, while […]
Supersense – AI app for individuals with visual impairments
Over the years, many smartphone scanner applications have been developed to help individuals with or without visual impairments with varying productivity needs. If you’re in the market for an accessible scanner app, check out Supersense! According to its website, Supersense is the “smartest and simplest scanner application” available for individuals with visual impairments. Supersense utilizes […]
AM436 – Kidoku
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! Sudoku puzzles have many benefits including improving concentration, memory, and problem-solving skills. Unfortunately, they may be […]
ConversationBuilderTeen
Having conversations can be challenging for individuals with different special needs. If you’re looking for an app to help simulate a conversation for your teen, check out ConversationBuilderTeen! ConversationBuilderTeen is a conversation simulator designed to help teenagers learn how to have multi-exchange conversations with their peers in a variety of social settings. According to their […]
Speks Magnetic Fidget
Over the years we’ve written about several fidgets for children and adults alike. If you’re looking for a fun, discreet fidget to relieve stress and/or anxiety, check out Speks! According to its website, Speks magnetic balls are “the most fun stress-relief desk toy around.” They’re like magnetic putty but without the mess. Due to their […]