Category Archives: iPhone

Getting Your OT iTool Kit Ready for School #1

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

It’s that time again, whether you are a therapist, teacher or parent it’s time to start thinking about getting ready to head back to school. So, what are some of the things you’ll need for your OT iTool Kit?? Here’s … 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 →

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More Stylus Recommendations – From Experienced Voices

Posted on August 12, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Thank you to these OTR’s who shared their experience and stylus recommendations. Erin diChiara MA OTR, ATP recommended the following styluses and stick: iFaraday SALT ($20.00) – Developed for people with hand or wrist injuries, may also be used by anyone who holds … 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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Skill Game – A Visual Motor and Spatial Reasoning Challenge

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Skill Game app, by Good Apps is a Game Center app listed as “Free for a short time”. Designed for iPhone and iPad, this is an electronic visual motor – pencil paper kind of activity requiring problem solving, fine motor and visual … 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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CTH Mood Tracking App (Freed) and Bipolar Disorder Mobile Apps…

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

CTH Mood Tracker app as reviewed in Candida’s blog is free today  (typically 4.99; compatible with iPhone, iPad). Check ou her  blog and review the app to see if Mood Tracker is a good app for you or your clients! I guarantee … 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

iOS Apps List for Middle/High School & Adults with Learning Disabilities

Posted on July 29, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Looking for iOS apps for adults or middle school through post secondary students with  learning disabilities? Check out this app list out. Create with  middle/high, post secondary students and adults in mind, this list includes basic apps to support individuals with learning disabilities. With … Continue reading →

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Shoe Tying 1 app from Accelerations Educational Software

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

A big thanks to Karl Smith at Accelerations Educational Software for his generosity in supplying me with the app Shoe Tying 1, allowing review and trial of the app first hand! If you are not familiar with Accelerations Educational Software they are the creator … Continue reading →

Posted in Activities of Daily Living, App Reviews, Apps for OT's, Apps for Special Needs, Clinic Based Interventions, iPad, iPhone, Occupational Therapy, School Based Interventions, Special education, Special Needs, Video Modeling | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 7 Comments