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Playing
with Switches
Using
battery-operated toys and games with single
switches provides a wide range of play opportunities
for children with disabilities. The booklet
offers suggestions for selecting and using switches
for play and communication purposes in a variety
of environments.
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How
We Play (1
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This
Play "calendar" is intended to assist
parents with babies with disabilities and the
individuals who provide them with Early Intervention
services, by encouraging play in the child's
life. Each of the six Emerging Play sections
includes information on:
· What The Child Does · What the
Caregiver Does · Play Material ·
Positioning Options & Adaptations.
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Computer
Play with Young Children with Disabilities
A
booklet offering suggestions on selecting and
using software programs to promote playful interactions.
Adaptive peripherals help young children control
the software programs that lead to independent
participation.
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A
Guidebook for Developing, Using, and Maintaining
a Play & Assistive Technology Lending Library
The
lending libraries offer a successful solution
to providing assistive technology supports to
families in Early Intervention Programs. Young
children have immediate needs for technologies
that support their participation in all routine
activities throughout the day. Identifying inventory
and loan system information is included.
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Creating
Play Environments
Toys
are the tools of play. When combined with other
AT supports, a play environment can be created
for a child. This guidebook offers background
information and specific "How To's"
for promoting independent active exploration
and play within daily family routines.
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Let's
Play Sheets
A
collection of one-page play idea sheets to promote
playful interactions in babies with disabilities,
age 0-3. Categories include Special Play Materials,
Creating Play Environments and Positioning for
Play.
Special
Toys:
Selecting
Switch Toys
Switch
Toys: Where to Begin
Gertie
Games
Positioning
for Play:
Using
a Boppy
Standing
Up
Creating
Play Environments:
Hand
& Finger Play
Keeping
Toys within Reach
Using
an Overhead Gym
Reading
Books with your Child
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