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Being Present
With so many things constantly vying for our attention, it can be hard to stay present in the moment.
When I was younger (yes, I realize I am about to date myself), I remember getting our first cordless phone. No more...
Autism
AAC Apps and Autism
In the age of the iPad, tablet technology goes far beyond Facebook and Angry Birds. For many children with autism who struggle to communicate, it’s giving them a “voice” for the first time.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication, or AAC, apps...
This Month's Articles
Screened Out
"No screens on school nights."
It's the newest rule around our house. Before you think I turned into the sinister dad that banned dancing in Footloose, hear me out. Screen time isn't evil; it just needs to be used in...
Education
Tips for Starting the Assistive Technology Process
From digital pens to speech-recognition apps and talking calculators, the world of assistive technology for students with special needs is ever-growing, and can be overwhelming for parents just starting their search.
Assistive technology, or AT, covers any technology or device...
Special Needs
Using Technology with Dyslexia
A smartpen that follows along with lectures. An app that types as you speak. For students who struggle with dyslexia, current technology can help them overcome considerable obstacles in the classroom.
Dyslexia is a language processing disorder, and the goal...
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Indianapolis School Guide
Herron Preparatory School
Herron Preparatory Academy is a member of the Indianapolis Classical Schools network and joins the award-winning Herron High School and Riverside High School. Indianapolis...
Articles
Shed the “Covid 19”
Well, you officially made it through 2020, but the “covid 19” — you know, that extra weight you took on during quarantine — is...
Ultimate Preschool Guide
Primrose
Welcome to Primrose Schools, a national family of accredited early education and care schools serving children, parents and local communities with a purposeful, balanced...
Museums & Attractions
Children Explore the World in TCM’s Bilingual Dora the Explorer Exhibit
Exploring the world with a preschooler is always an adventure. Their eyes grow big and their faces light up when they make discoveries about...