Simple Smartphone

Traditional smartphones aren’t always ideal for individuals with visual impairments or other special needs. Oftentimes the icons and text are too small, for example. The Simple Smartphone strips down the complicated features of a regular smartphone, while leaving all the convenience and connectivity of one. According to the Simple Smartphone’s website, it is “the #1 […]

myLevelUP App

Teaching nonverbal children on the autism spectrum how to read and/or communicate can be challenging. The myLevelUP app is a customizable app that teaches children how to read while building vocabulary and communication skills. Unlike similar apps, parents or educators are able to add custom words, audio clips, and images. These customizations are then added […]

AM350 – ThermaCell Rechargeable Heated Insole

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadHey 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! Looking for a way to heat your shoes in this cold weather? Check out the ThermaCell Rechargeable […]

Tales2go App – Audiobooks for K12

Are you looking for an audiobook service for your child? Check out the Tales2go app! Tales2go “makes it easy and cost-effective to surround students with spoken sophisticated words, in school and at home.” The app was developed by entrepreneurs and former educators. The company believes that every student can achieve reading proficiency through repeated exposure […]

ThermaCell Rechargeable Heated Insoles

I have terrible circulation in my legs so in the winter I’m always trying to find ways to keep my toes warm! Looking for a way to warm up your cold toes in this wintry weather? Check out the ThermaCell Rechargeable Heated Insoles! The ThermaCell Heated Insoles are a rechargeable foot warmer operated by a […]

Math Wizard for Kids App

Looking for an interactive, fun approach to teaching and practicing algebra? Check out the Math Wizard for Kids App! According to the app’s description, it is a “fun, unique, and innovative approach to math instruction for children ages five to twelve!” The app consists of two parts: Sandbox and Exercises: Sandbox: In the Sandbox, children […]