Category Archives: Apps for Special Needs

My Story – Book Maker for Kids – Gone Free

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

My Story Book Maker app, typically 1.99, is now free for a limited time. Although I have not had a chance to use this app, it is hard to resist a free story telling or book making app. My Story Book … Continue reading →

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New Access App from Panther Technology

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Panther Technology has created a new access app for individuals with mobility challenges called Panther Connect. Panther Connect app compatible with iPad is currently on sale (50%) for 29.99 for a limit time (thru August 17?). This app provides alternative direct access to the … Continue reading →

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My Brain on Apps

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

This infographic reaffirms how difficult it can be to “sift and winnow” apps when there are more than 67,000 educational iPad apps. Finding the right one to support individuals with special needs can be a challenge and take time! Courtesy of: AvatarGeneration Here … Continue reading →

Posted in App Reviews, App Rubric, Apps for Special Needs, iOS, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Occupational Therapy, Special education, Special Needs | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Visual Multiplication Table App

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

I may not do a lot with teaching math in my job, but this app I will share with a number of my special education teachers as another tool to help special needs students understand multiplication. Visual Multiplication Table app … Continue reading →

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Everyday Grooves App – Musical Prompts for Routines and Schedules

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Everyday Grooves app for iPhone and iPad is a free app from the Fred Rogers Center at St Vincent College. The app provides musical prompts that help to establish routines and structure in the everyday lives of parents and young … Continue reading →

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Back to School – Visual Timer Apps

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Getting ready to go back to school? Here is a free back to school app that provides visual communication for parents or teachers needing to provide structure to their child or students day. Stop Go! (free) for iPhone and iPad … Continue reading →

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Wood Puzzle Maze HD for iPad

Posted on August 4, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Reviews by other OT’s are always great as we each work with different clients, places and tools. Here is a review from Carol Hesch, OT with school system experience and apps in her OT iTool Kit! Thank you Carol for … Continue reading →

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Splashtop 2 Remote

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Are you looking for a app that can display the contents of your computer and contents of your interactive whiteboard? Of course there is an app for that … Splashtop 2 Remote app, currently $.99 (typically $9.99), compatible with iPad only, … Continue reading →

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Must See Apps List… Really!

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Samuel Sennott shared this resource on the QIAT list serv – and it is a must see app and equipment listing on Pinterest! Created by Lauren S. Enders, SLP/ Augmentative Communication Specialists / Assistive Technology Consultant, her app list seems to have … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessories, App Reviews, Apps for Special Needs, Augmentative Communication, Early Childhood, Elementary School, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod/iPad Accessory, Occupational Therapy, Primary Grades, Special education, Special Needs | Tagged , , , , , | 7 Comments

AppWriter – A Multi-Purpose App for Individuals with Learning Disabilities

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Are you in need of an app that provides: Text to speech Word prediction Word highlighting File management Dyslexie font (a specialized font for dyslexics) AppWriter may be your answer! AppWriter US for iPad (19.99)  is a text editing app that … Continue reading →

Posted in Adults with LD, App Rubric, Apps for OT's, Apps for Special Needs, iPad, Learning Disability, Occupational Therapy, Special education, Text to Speech, Word Prediction, Writing | Tagged , , , , , , , | 7 Comments