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AM542 SmartDreams Bedtime Stories

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! Bedtime stories are a great way for your child to wind down before bed.  There are […]

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Keep track of loved ones with GPS SmartSole

There are several GPS tracking devices available on the market to help individuals keep track of their loved ones aging in place.  A majority of these devices are wearables like watches, pendants, etc.  Another type of GPS tracking device that is available is the GPS SmartSole. The GPS SmartSole device is similar to an orthotic […]

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Wellspent – Screen Time Coach

Since the increasing popularity of social media, many individuals have also increased their screen time.  Instead of being productive, many end up aimlessly scrolling; some for hours at a time.  If you’re interested in an app to help eliminate or limit distractions while boosting productivity, check out Wellspent. According to the App Store: “Wellspent is […]

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Introduce children to STEM subjects with Smart Tales app!

Marshmallow Games is a multi-award-winning game studio that develops apps used by millions of children worldwide.  The company is a team of educators, developers, artists, and designers.  One of their available apps is Smart Tales. Smart Tales is an app full of stories and educational games for children that stimulate the imagination and passion for […]

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AM541 FamilyWall

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 affordable app to help keep family to-do lists, calendars, shopping lists, […]

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Otsimo Special Education App

Otsimo is an app and game developer with over 50 games developed with educators and families.  I’ve already covered two of their apps, Otsimo Speech Therapy and Otsimo AAC.  A third app from this developer is Otsimo Special Education. Otsimo Special Education was created under the guidance of parents, psychologists, and special education teachers.  It […]