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Skip to NavigationIn this workshop attendees will learn and be able to: Describe the components required for a switch to work List three areas on the body that an individual with a disability can use to access an ability switch, without or with the appropriate mounting tools Describe two or more characteristics on a toy (or another battery […]
A project that we have a specific request for is a Conductive Touch Music Toy, a lightweight toy that will help teach cause-and-effect, by playing music when picked up.
Adapted toys are magic for kids with motor issues. It’s true that the toy creates joy and fun for the child, but it’s also the first step towards the ability to control their world. Switch activated toys are incredibly powerful for children with physical challenges. However they are very expensive and often out of reach […]
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We’d love your feedback on what type of switches we should be working on.