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There are several apps available geared toward people with special needs/ communication issues, as well as those geared towards babies/toddlers/prek that work well for kids with special needs. I have the iPod Touch and iPad, so I'm always on the look out for apps my kids can use.
Apps for Communication & Speech
~ AutoVerbal - an affordable option that empowers kids with Autism or any non-verbal user to communicate using hundreds of pictures as well as text-entry for text-to-speech. The app is Universal (runs on iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch) and Spanish and French versions are available. ~ ArtikPix ~ Grace ~ iComm ~ Locabulary - communicate words, phrases, and sentences. ~ iConverse - Converse gives users the ability to carry an AAC device in their pocket creating a means of communication that is appropriate, effective and discreet. ~ iPrompts - picture-based prompting app ~ iSpeech - tool for teaching and practicing speech therapy at home. ~ Pocket SLP Articulation - over 2,100 high-quality flashcards targeting both the word and sentence levels- immediate auditory feedback, and are tacitly involved as they push buttons and/or swipe their way through the images. ~ Learn To Talk - uses both sight and sounds to teach toddlers basic vocabulary and early language skills. ~ Voice4U - helps individuals to express their feeling, thought, actions and things they need. ~ OneVoice ~ iMean ~ HaloTalk ~ iPACS ~ Talk Assist - anything you type in will be spoken out loud for others to hear. Phrases will be saved to a history, and favorite phrases can be bookmarked for regular use. ~ Locabulary - uses the iPhone to communicate words, phrases, and sentences. ~ TapSpeak Choice - complete communication board editor and player. ~ SLP Mobile Articulation Probes - for children with articulation difficulties. ~ Speech With Milo- Prepositions ~ Talk To Me - Text to speech ~ Sign 4 Me - sign language instruction in 3D ~ Sign Smith ASL Ultimate - the SigningAvatar® characters show you how to sign the ASL Alphabet, count, communicate at work, at school and anywhere! More than 1,200 signs. ~ Signing Time ASL Flashcards - 145 professional quality flash cards ~ iSpeech Toddler Sign Language - The included signs will assist children with developmental delays or children who are too young to articulate words to communicate with the people around them. ~ In My Dreams - Have fun with reading, matching, and sign language. Uses animation and repetition to promote literacy.
Apps for behavior, schedules, social cues, etc
~ iReward - motivation chart for your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad. ~ TASCU Schedule - simple, picture-based schedule application for iPhone/iPod touch, especially for small children to easily create his/her own daily time-table by using image cards with sounds & voices attached. ~ VolaFriends - facial expressions ~ iTouchiLean Musical Morning Routines ~ AutismXpress - (this one is kind of strange & though it says Autism, I don't see it. I debated listing it, but it's silly & my daughter likes it, so I included it) ~ Autism Timer - digital timer that shows the elapsed time clearly ~ SmartCharts - tool for parents and teachers to track, reward and reinforce positive behaviors, chores and responsibilities for kids. ~ Model Me Going Places - visual teaching tool for helping your child learn to navigate challenging locations in the community. ~ Visules
Apps for early learners (ie- baby, toddler, preschool, kindy level, or that may help with cause/effect or fine motor skills)
~ Toddler Counting - my daughter absolutely LOVES this app! (Video of my daughter using this app) ~ AlphaBaby - Touch the screen to show and hear letters and shapes. ~ StudyFly ~ Kindergarten.com - ABA flashcards ~ ABC Phonics Animals - Talking & Spelling Alphabet Flashcards ~ DrawFree ~ Spell Blocks with Site Words ~ BabyTap ~ Learning Touch- FirstWords and Bob Books ~ Tap Tap Baby - cause and effect ~ Bubbles - See the bubbles fly off your fingers. ~ Ladybird Baby Touch: Peekaboo - A bright, interactive peekaboo game for babies from six months, based on Ladybird’s best-selling Baby Touch books. ~ Sound Shaker - lets children create and play with chime, whistle, drum, barnyard animal and mystery sounds by simply tapping and tilting. ~ Hatch! - tap until a special friend is revealed behind the cracked egg. ~ Baby Rattle Toy - An interactive rattle ~ Preschool Games Farm Animals
Books & Music for young children
~ Stories2Learn - make your own book ~ Pictello - create talking photo albums and talking books. ~ SonicPics - turn your images into custom slideshow movies ~ Adapted Book- 5 Pumpkins - Uses a sign language interpreter to tell and model the story ~ DaisyWorm - DAISY audio book reader ~ Mickey's Spooky Night Puzzle Book ~ Lightning Was Here My Puzzle Book
Other useful apps
~ Amplify'd - volume control to amplify your life. ~ Touch Mouse - turns your iPhone or iPod touch into a wireless trackpad and keyboard for your computer.
Informational Websites~ Moms With Apps
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