Valentine Crafts to Practice Assistive Technology

Valentineā€™s Day is upon us, and youā€™re likely planning for your childā€™s classroom card exchange. Famous for its paper hearts, glitter, and lace, itā€™s a common time for crafting in the preschool and elementary school world. As parents, some of us love it, and some of us hate it. And then a few of us … Continued

Social Skill Savvy for the First Day of School ā€“ with Bonus ā€œAbout Meā€ Template!Ā 

If youā€™re like me (a bit of a nerd at heart), you may remember your childhood school ā€œfirst daysā€ as fun and exciting, with possibly a few nervous butterflies in the mix. I loved the satisfaction of putting a crisp, clean stack of paper into my brightly colored Trapper-Keeper (did you know theyā€™re back in … Continued

Water Play for Your Preschooler ā€“ Itā€™s Not Just Fun & Games!Ā 

Editorā€™s note: Swimming/ water play isnā€™t just a refreshing pastime for the hot summer months; itā€™s a great way to encourage learning and skill development that both you and your kiddo who is blind or low vision will enjoy! Amanda Bernath, Early Intervention Specialist and Orientation and Mobility Specialist, shares how to make the most … Continued

Transitions: Five Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Skills to ā€œPackā€ for College LifeĀ 

FC Editorā€™s note: If your child is heading off to college or other post-secondary education in the fall, they can utilize the advice of orientation and mobility specialist, Amanda Bernath. Read on to learn what O&M skills they can ā€œpackā€ for their big transition!Ā  Itā€™s here again ā€“summer! Many students are excitedly anticipating and planning … Continued