Oball Rattle

Lightweight, easy to grab, crush, catch, rattle and throw. Oball invites finger exploration and experimentation as children who never before could grasp a ball find themselves easily holding & exploring these PVC and latex-free balls. This Oball has 4 inserts that contain small beads to make the rattle. The Oball Rattle is 4″ in diameter. Dishwasher safe.

US$8

Teachable Touchables

Smooth or bumpy, fuzzy or furry, soft or scratchy? Children build tactile awareness and vocabulary as they explore 10 distinct pair of texture squares. Each pillow or patch measures approximately two or three inches and fits easily into small hands and into the cloth drawstring bag. Includes an information sheet brimming with fun activities that “touch” on tactile discrimination, vocabulary, communication, and matching. Use blind folds with sighted children to focus their attention on tactile discrimination and increase their awareness of how blind children experience their environment.

US$22

Braille Alphabet Blocks

Twenty-seven alphabet blocks, each with a lower case letter and its Braille equivalent cut into top and bottom. European style font offers embossed letters easily traced by little fingers. Sides feature primary color upper case letters, numbers and sign language alphabet . Basswood 1 3/4″ cubes. Not only useful for those who will learn Braille, but also as an introduction to the sighted of the way the blind read.

US$35

Braille for the Sighted

Have you wondered how braille dots are organized so that you can read them with your fingertips? This book is colorful and easy to understand with graphics and games to teach beginning braille.

US$7

Tangle Light Magic

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Twist and turn it! Tangle Light Magic has 3 modes to have fun with. The yellow twinkle lights can be set to blink randomly or in a sequential harmony that is soothing. It can also be set to activate to sound, reacting to your voice or music.

US$20

These are form the website APH
http://www.aph.org/advisory/2006adv10.html#P4NEW! Swirly Mat SetsSwirly Mat Set: CVI: 1-08153-00 — $44.00
Swirly Mat Set: FVA: 1-08154-00 — $44.00

Durable, non-toxic Swirly Mats come in two sets: Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) and Functional Vision Assessment (FVA). The mats in the CVI set are less complex and designed to be used with students with cortical vision impairments. The mats in the FVA set are filled with glitter and other items and are useful for conducting functional vision assessments. All the mats can be used for locating, tracking, color discrimination, etc. Try them with the APH Mini-Lite Box for a different effect. Includes background mat.

NOTE: Always provide supervision when using Swirly Mats with young children. Mats are completely sealed; however, in the event of a rupture, small pieces inside the mats may be a choking hazard. Liquids are non-toxic but will stain. Use caution.

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For the swimmer with underdeveloped reflexes and minimal control of head and limbs. Allows instructor freedom to work with the swimmer’s arms and legs, instead of having to support the head at all times. Weight limit: 40–50 lbs. (18.2-22.7kg).

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A complete, portable play area! Provide a comfortable, safe, and stimulating environment anywhere in your facility! Soft, comfortable foam mat features a variety of colors and textures for visual and tactile stimulation. Non-toxic. Cleans with soap and water. SIZE: 40” x 40” (102 x 102cm).

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This device allows you to record a 10-second message on each of the 2 colored plates. For example, you could record messages that require users to make choices, or record yes/no responses to questions or other messages. The applications are endless! Unit measures 4″L x 12″W x 1 1/2″H (10 x 30 x 4cm).

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This mobility aid is ideal for children with physically limiting conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Down’s Syndrome, TBI, and developmental delays. Promoting reciprocal upper- and lower-extremity movement, its special design safely suspends the child in a 4-point creeping position. The adjustable, foam-padded harness attaches to the sturdy aluminum frame and allows variability in the amount and distribution of weight bearing on the extremities. Plus, the padded platform comfortably supports the caregiver from above, facilitating weight bearing, weight shifting, reaching, and creeping. Unit rolls smoothly on easy-glide pivoting casters. 1-YEAR WARRANTY. For ages 1-5 years. Supports weights up to 50 lbs. (23kg). 21 1/2”L x 23”W x 18 1/2”D (56 x 58 x 48cm). Also available in Large model - W36887.

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A slight variation on the bubble tube theme! Brightly colored fish “swim” up and down, adding extra visual stimulation and tracking practice. Units include clear tube and lid, base cover, transformer, and 6 colored fish. Aquarium Bubble Tubes can be made interactive with the addition of the W34584 Interactive Switchbox. Tubes measure 6” dia. (15cm); bases measure 20” dia. (51cm). 60”H (152cm). TRUCK.

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