Autism Speaks-Bluebee Pals recommended as resource for children with Autism.
Assistive technology (AT) is any device, piece of equipment or system that helps a person with a disability work around his challenges so he can learn, communicate or simply function better. How might it help your child?
There are AT tools to help students who struggle with listening, math, executive functioning, reading and writing. The variety of available AT tools has grown rapidly in recent years. Many parents and even educators are unware of the many tools that are availabel from inexpensive to high tech items. Despite the word “technology,” not all AT tools are high-tech. AT ranges from simple adaptive tools (like highlighters and organizers) to high-tech tools (like text-to-speech software).
There are many kinds of AT that help kids with learning and attention issues. These tools can help them work around their challenges while playing to their strengths. This helps them become more successful, productive students. At the same time, their confidence and independence can grow.
Autism Speaks recommends Bluebee Pal as a positve AssistiveTechnology Resource for children with Autism.
The Bluebee Pals are an Assistive Technology tool used to engage students in learning and socialization. Many Speech-Language Pathologists and Special Educators have observed increases in communication, following directions and turn-taking when the Bluebee Pals are used in conjunction with an appropriate Android or Apple device. For students using an Augmentative and Alternative Communication application, the Bluebee Pal can be paired with their bluetooth enabled app or device.
Links:
https://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/resource-library/assistive-technology