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Cortical Visual Impairment and Rikki The Rooster
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
Ricki the Rooster is one of the most popular switch adapted toys. His bright colours make him easier for a child with a cortical visual impairment to see. To help even more try putting Rikki down on a dark carpet, towel, or tablecloth. The contrast makes his colours really pop out!
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