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Independent Mealtime For Kids With Motor Impairments
Using mealtimes to promote independence, self-care skills, and social interaction.
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Dragonfly: Specials Needs and Universal Access Resource
Universal Access Educational Video Games and Software.
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Classroom Take or Place N' Talk
Note: Review only, product no longer for sale.
This large wall mounted model is perfect for the classroom!
Learning Through Actions- that is what our Take N' Talk device strives to achieve. This self-contained device allows the user to record 4 different messages of up to five seconds each. You then play the message back by removing an item from one of the light sensitive compartments. Recessed compartments on the front panel of the unit can be used for placement of pictures, symbols or objects (objects cannot be translucent/clear). This version is available as a Take or Place N'Talk. The message is played back when an item is removed or when an item is placed on the compartment. Comes complete with Velcro attachments and wall mounting equipment. Takes 4 AA batteries (included). Comes complete with a FREE Individualized Education Plan (IEP) complete with a suggested activities list.
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Typical Access Profile
Auditory Normal Low Extremely Low Not Using Hearing Hyper-Acute |
Vision Normal Low Extremely Low Not Using Vision |
Gross Motor All Some Few Not Using Gross Motor |
Fine Motor All Some Few Not Using Fine Motor |
Developmental Age Range 0 - 2 3 - 5 6 - 8 9 - 12 13 and Over |
Language Typical Some Spoken Receptive Only Sign Assistive/Augmentitive Not Using Language |
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Adapting Signs for pre-verbal communication
Many hearing children use Sign instead of or before verbal communication. But what do you do if traditional Signs are physically difficult to master? Adapt them!
For example, the traditional Sign used to indicate "I need to go to the washroom" involves putting the thumb between the third and fourth fingers in a fist and waving the fist. If the child can't manage the hand position you could try using a plain closed fist waving instead.
Sign-based communication can help improve communication skills, lower frustration, improve manual dexterity, and teach children that hands can be used for meaningful activities.
You will find a good group of Sign resources in Dragonfly's book section.