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Hot off the Press! New and Retooled Apps!

Explore new apps that spark imagination and development! Circles App: Social Boundaries & Relationships transforms teaching boundaries into a visual, color-coded system with real or avatars in concentric circles. Drag-and-drop profiles create personalized charts showing appropriate contact levels for each relationship.

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Come Bearing Gifts and Wearing Them Too! Technology Ideas for Your Family and Friends

Fitbit Zip: A Wireless Activity Tracker Looking for the perfect gift that’s both cool and practical? The Fitbit Zip offers children with special needs an engaging way to get active. This wireless tracker tracks steps, distance, calories burned, and active minutes—all while being water-resistant. Its colorful design makes it fun to wear!

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Handy School Tools Parents Will Love

Get organized with free tools that simplify back-to-school prep CanPlan helps break down tasks visually so students stay on track. Schedule activities, add photos or audio cues, and get reminders perfect for visual learners. Parents can model schedules while kids practice independence – a win-win for any parent!

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Learning Life Skills: Tech Can Play a Role

Tech Tools for Teaching Independence Navigating school, therapy, work, and home life with a child who learns differently feels like herding cats. The good news is that assistive technology designed for special education offers powerful tools that make planning, reminders, organization, time management, clear communication, and instruction easier to manage.

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Intergenerational Connections: Using Tech to Bridge the Gap

Grandparent-Grandchild Bonds Through Technology In family life, tech hurdles often cause rifts. But The Netherlands reveals anticipation sparks longer joy than actual vacations! Embrace this concept—and open your hearts—for grandparents-to-grandkids moments infused with digital whimsy and connection.

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Encourage the Family to Get Moving with These Apps!

Get Started with Fun Family Fitness Apps Spring might feel far away still, but it’s time to make that change. Getting active together strengthens family bonds while keeping everyone healthy – even in challenging weather!

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TOP 5 “Bridging the Gap” Apps of 2015

Discover a golden era in special-needs learning tools. In 2015, BridgingApps crowned Avaz AAC as their top communication tool, while SnapType became every therapist’s secret weapon for worksheet wonder. Dive into the core word revolution with Avaz—your child’s voice unlocked by vibrant visuals or your own whisper.

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Hot New and Updated Apps for 2016

Unleash your child’s creativity and curiosity this New Year with these top-rated apps for toddlers: Endless Learning Academy transforms learning into an adventure with the help of adorable Endless monsters. This comprehensive app offers early learners across various subjects like reading, language, and math—all while having fun and growing their skills.

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