Melissa & Doug is a company that makes toys and other products that offer countless ways to play They believe the best playthings are “often simple concepts that inspire children to come up with their own twists.” The husband and wife team has been making toys that spark imagination and curiosity since 1989. One of […]
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TFH Cozy Cave
Visual stimulation is a great way to get children with autism, ADHD, and more to relax. Ultraviolet illumination is one source of this stimulation that allows viewers to experience color and light in a unique way. The Cozy Cave is a pop-up structure that blocks any external light making it a great way to view […]
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Exploring Emotions: Social Tools and the Autism Spectrum
Every year, INDATA hosts four full-day training sessions that take people from all walks of life inside the intricate, ever-expanding world of assistive technology. “These training days open the door to all kinds of important discussions and discoveries,” said Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology at Easterseals Crossroads. This year’s slate of sessions concluded at […]
PATTI + RICKY: Online Department Store for People with Disabilities
Here’s what I know: as an individual in a wheelchair, finding something as simple as a coat that works for me is anything but simple. While most women shop for style, I have to shop for something that fits my short torso, that’s lightweight, and easy to move in. Shopping for other items (e.g. sweatshirts, […]
3 Text-to-Speech Apps
Text-to-speech technology is a game changer for those who are otherwise unable to communicate with those around them. For today’s blog, I wanted to introduce you all to three text-to-speech apps. 3 Text-to-Speech Apps The following apps are available on both Android and Apple devices. 1. Predictable: Predictable is an award-winning app for people with speech […]
Math Mat Challenge Game
I wanted to add another product for practicing math after writing about the Hundred Activity Mat on Tuesday. The Math Mat Challenge Game is a fun, interactive floormat that challenges students to “listen to the equation, do the math, then step on the correct answer.” Math can be a challenging subject for many students. Additionally, […]