Author Archives: Melisa Matthews

Developing Independent Travelers One Ride at a Time

A child using a white cane gets on a school bus

Children need to start developing navigation and travel skills from a young age. When traveling with your child, knowing the available support options is important. Utilizing the support resources together can help you transfer the responsibility of independent and safe travel to your child more easily.  Traveling by Ride-Share Services   Ride-share services, such as Uber […]

What is the Chameleon 20?

Posted on November 14, 2023 - 1:23 pm by
Two students holding three refreshable braille devices with APH Hive logo, Text: Getting Started with the Chameleon 20 Leslie Weilbacher

Part of the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) is Assistive Technology, which is ever-changing and evolving. Knowing and understanding what technology your child uses and how to help outside school will further their confidence. While knowing existing technology and what is available to your child may seem overwhelming, we can simplify this by sharing resources and […]

 Yes, Your Child Can Learn to Code!

Posted on October 27, 2023 - 12:17 pm by
Three students sitting at at classroom table working with the code jumper.

If you’ve heard your child or your child’s school talk about coding and aren’t sure what they’re talking about, don’t worry. Coding is a skill that many children are learning in school today, even when they are very young. While it may seem overwhelming or outside of your knowledge base, it’s important to remember that […]

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 […]

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