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- O & M Tactile Graphics
- The Dictionary for Parents of Children with Disabilities
- Miniguide US
- Materials on Utilization of Low Vision (ULV) Diagnostic Kit
- Program to Develop Efficiency in Visual Functioning
- Theme Park Insider
- Never Run Out of Common Household Items with Alice.com
| Posted: 30 Jun 2009 01:02 PM PDT  Tool for helping teach orientation and mobility concepts: compass directions, clock locations, and navigating outside and inside. Contains:
Recommended ages: 8+  |
| The Dictionary for Parents of Children with Disabilities Posted: 30 Jun 2009 12:44 PM PDT The Dictionary for Parents of Children with Disabilities contains terminology used in the fields of testing/evaluation, early intervention, special education, medical services, therapeutic services, family supports, vocational training, independent living and guardianship. The Dictionary for Parents of Children with Disabilities was originally developed by South Dakota Special Education Programs and is included on the Center for Disabilities website with their permission.  |
| Posted: 30 Jun 2009 12:36 PM PDT  The Miniguide US is a tiny, hand-held electronic travel device that can enhance the effectiveness of a blind person's primary travel method. The Miniguide US uses ultrasound to detect objects, and gives tactual or auditory feedback by vibrating or chirping more rapidly as you approach an object. Ideal for use by deafblind persons. When used with a cane or dog guide, the Miniguide US can help a blind person avoid obstacles and overhangs; locate landmarks; locate items such as mailboxes or trash cans; and find open paths through crowds at ranges from 20 inches to 26 feet depending on the size of the object. NOTE: The Miniguide US should be used along with a sighted guide, dog guide, or cane because it does not detect drop-offs and does not provide sufficient information to ensure safety. Remote Unit for Miniguide USThe Remote Unit is used in an instructional setting so that instructors can receive the same tactual feedback as their students.
Catalog Number: 1-07009-00 Click this link to purchase the Remote Unit for the Miniguide US. American Printing House for the Blind, Inc. 1839 Frankfort Avenue Mailing Address: P.O. Box 6085 Louisville, Kentucky 40206-0085 Toll Free: 800-223-1839 Phone: 502-895-2405 Fax: 502-899-2274 E-mail: info@aph.org Web site: http://www.aph.org APH Shopping Home: http://shop.aph.org  |
| Materials on Utilization of Low Vision (ULV) Diagnostic Kit Posted: 30 Jun 2009 12:29 PM PDT  Designed to determine if a student's residual vision is being fully utilized. Consists of two kits purchased separately. Recommended ages: 5+
Teacher's Kit: Catalog Number: 8-50600-00 Visual Efficiency Scale Kit: Catalog Number: 8-50590-00 Click this link to purchase the Materials on Utilization of Low Vision (ULV) - Diagnostic Kit. American Printing House for the Blind, Inc. 1839 Frankfort Avenue Mailing Address: P.O. Box 6085 Louisville, Kentucky 40206-0085 Toll Free: 800-223-1839 Phone: 502-895-2405 Fax: 502-899-2274 E-mail: info@aph.org Web site: http://www.aph.org APH Shopping Home: http://shop.aph.org  |
| Program to Develop Efficiency in Visual Functioning Posted: 30 Jun 2009 12:24 PM PDT  Two interrelated kits help train students to use their vision more efficiently. The Diagnostic Assessment Procedure Kit identifies specific training needs, while the Design for Instruction Kit contains lessons and materials for vision training. Recommended ages: 3+  |
| Posted: 30 Jun 2009 11:07 AM PDT One of my favorite summer activities is to visit my local theme park. Now you can get great information on theme parks near you with Theme Park Insider. Right in the middle of the page you have the options of Reader's Top Theme Parks, Best/Worst Attractions, Reader Attractions Comments, Reader Restaurant Comments, and the Reader Photo Gallery. Because blind people don't have easy access to print media, this site is very helpful in obtaining some basic information about a theme park. Other links include "Looking for Theme Park News?", "Want to Talk About Theme Parks?", "Concerned About Safety?", and "Curious About this Site?". I want to point out the Safety section from this grouping-this is where you can find out about Safety News and check out Accident Watch. Make sure the theme park you are going to is safe by checking out the verified incident reports from various theme parks. This is a great site to help you plan those summer trips to theme parks around the country, and around the world. Enjoy! Amusement Park PhysicsWhile we're talking about the safety of coasters, let's take a look at what makes them go! The first thing that is totally cool about this site is the Design a Roller Coaster section, because it allows you to put together a coaster of your own. You can then see why or why not your coaster would fail or succeed. You choose the slopes, the loops and the tracks in between. After you're done designing (or in my case, redesigning) to your heart's content, you can check out the Your Safety Inspection. This link is found on the completed coaster design page where you can see your finished coaster. Note that this section may not be compatible with screen readers. You can learn about the history of the roller coaster by clicking the link titled Read More About Their History, which is located near the bottom of the page. For instance, click the word Carousel and learn all about the horses and why some seem to move faster than others. While not considered a thrill ride, there is physics behind it too! You can also learn about the bumper cars, the free fall, the pendulum and of course, the coasters!  |
| Never Run Out of Common Household Items with Alice.com Posted: 30 Jun 2009 09:36 AM PDT Alice.com is a service that can help to keep your pantry, cleaning supplies, and toiletries stocked by reminding you when you need to purchase common household items, and then shipping them to you. After you create your free account, simply browse through the different "rooms" that have items you need to stock up on. For example, in the bathroom you would find toilet paper, dental floss, toothpaste, shaving cream, etc. You can browse through products by brand, price, and even coupon savings. Since Alice automatically applies any coupons available to your order, you don't need to worry about searching online for one. There are a lot of products available and I was able to find almost every brand that I already use, and most were offered at a lower price than I would pay at my neighborhood drugstore. Alice will also allow you to select how long it will be before you think you'll need the item again, and will send you a reminder to re-order so you don't run out. Did I mention the best part yet? Shipping is FREE. Yep, I said free! This means that you can set up your account filled with all of the basics that you'll always need and simply click a few buttons to have them sent to you. Not only were the prices great, but free shipping means that I don't have to carry tons of bags from the store!  |
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