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My Child Has a Hearing Loss...What Next?
Information and resources for parents of newly diagnosed deaf and hard of hearing children.
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Dragonfly: Specials Needs and Universal Access Resource
Universal Access Educational Video Games and Software.
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JAWS for Windows 95-98-ME & XP Home
Note: Review only, product no longer for sale.
An excellent screen review product!
JAWS for Windows is a screen review product that is true 32 bit application, which will take advantage of all power available in Windows 98 and provide faster response, even with software synthesizers and Braille displays. It has the ability to reformat complex web pages and list links alphabetically in a list box when used with Internet Explorer 4.0.1. Options allow users to adjust voice settings such as volume, rate and pitch. Jaws for Windows incorporates innovative features including a macro language enabling you to program around any application difficulties, and a cursor approach which eliminates the need for a seperate review mode. Software package includes manual, reference guide in Braille and audio cassette training tapes.
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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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PLAY Tip
Beginning To Use Switch Adapted Toys With Children With Special Needs
Since some children are easily distracted, it is best to remove distractions and setup toys in a manner that will keep the child interested and focused. In order to make a switch adapted toy stand out from the rest of the environment during play, place dark colored toys on a light surface, such as a towel. Place light colored toys on a dark surface. This will make it easier for children to see the cause and effect of pressing the switch activating the toy. There are many switch adapted to choose from - ranging from a cuddly bunny to a fierce dinosaur!