Author Archives: Melisa Matthews

Enhancing Play in Preschoolers

Beaded wire toy.

Play is essential for all children. While technology and toys have changed over time, the benefits of play have not. Play helps children learn and engage with the world around them. It also helps them develop social skills, problem-solving skills, and creativity. Your child may need additional support to learn how to play and interact […]

Encouraging Babies and Toddlers to Play

Little boy playing on his tommy with a toy.

Children show interest in toys and activities from a young age; they typically begin engaging with objects or people in repetitive patterns. You can discover your child’s play patterns by watching them play independently or with others. These patterns are called schemas. Schemas enable children to learn about the world around them. We will break […]

Digital Inclusion Resources from the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) 

Posted on October 19, 2023 - 10:38 am by
A student wearing glasses uses an iPad in the classroom.

Your child may come home with a school iPad, Chromebook, or laptop, and you may be aware of increased digital instruction and activities. If you recognize accessibility issues, you may need resources to help your child’s team with accessible technology.   The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) conducted the Access and Engagement research series during […]

Creating Positive Experiences for Siblings  

Children walking together outdoors.

Siblings share a unique and special bond, experiencing many years of family life together and finding emotional support in each other.  Emotional and Social Development  Siblings often serve as a primary source of emotional support and development for each other. Interacting with siblings allows children to develop essential social-emotional skills, such as communication, negotiation, conflict […]

Let’s Learn About APH Braille Displays 

Posted on August 30, 2023 - 10:21 am by
child holds a braille display (Text: Let's Learn APH: Braille Display. William Freeman. ConnectCenter Logo. 9/20 7:00 PM ET.)

Join us for a brief overview of the Mantis Q40 and Chameleon 20 braille displays! We’ll also discuss other braille displays and braille literacy and have time for questions.  Mantis vs Chameleon If you’re unfamiliar, the Mantis and Chameleon have similar software but differ in key ways. The first and most obvious difference is that the Mantis has […]

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