Low Tech Project- Laurianne and John- Day 5

 

Gladiator combat toy- Can be used to for those with upper body movement limitations. For arm/shoulder strengthening and flexibility. The student is able to move arms freely (strength) already!

Terrarium with strap- Student in wheelchair can drink liquids without having to use his hands or arms. This would hang in front for student with mobility or involuntary movement or control issue. The student may have no arms at all.  The student is able to drink from a straw (strength).

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 Shower cleaner- used to make straight edges for math or art. This one is easier to hold steady as it has a handle. This would be used for a student with fine motor impairment and control issues. The student has use of both hands (strength) and can grip a pencil.

Betty Crocker dish cleaner- paint brush for students with fine motor control issues. The wider handle is easier to grip and student can push button to allow paint to flow. Student is able to move arms (strength).

Foam Missile- take front off, slit it length wise and it is a card holder or for picture cards that will not roll over for students with fine motor control issues. This will allow student to see cards in an upright position. Student is able to pick one card up at a time (strength) but not all at once.

Round throwing disc- Keeps paint inside an area for visually impaired. The student would be able to feel the edges so that paint is contained in the center. Student has great use of hands and is comfortable painting with a brush. (strength)

Plant stand- Can be used to move items from student to student on a working station that would be otherwise difficult to reach. Can be rolled across the table to share items especially with those confined to a wheel chair or other mobility issues. Student has good use of arms and hands (strength)

Socks -Can be used to grip plastic bottles. Great for those who do not have the strength in the hands to hold bottles or cups securely. The child/student is able to raise the bottle/cup to drink (strength).

Gripper- developing hand strength by squeezing handle and picking up objects.  This is used for muscle strengthening. Student has good use of arms (strength)
Student can also use this to pick up dropped objects for students with mobility issues. Student knows how to pick up and release (strength).

Plastic garden rake- used for reaching for those with limited mobility issues. Student can hold the handle and hold the rake upright. (strength)

These can also be used to work on fine motor skills by dabbing the smaller part of wedge into paint and making small marks. Student can hold the wedge and can move from paint to paper easily. (strength)

Jar opener – anti slip place mat for students with involuntary movements to secure cups, computers, ipads. Student can use a computer/ipad independently and drink from cup independently. (strength)

 Gel mask – Sensory tactile, students can rub to provide a focal point and reduce stress and anxiety. Student does not take long to settle. (strength)

Make up brush- sensory stimuli to reduce anxiety. This could be used to softly rub against students hand or arm. The student likes soft touching items. (strength)

Bicycle bell- for visually impaired to call for assistance in a classroom or in a school yard. Student is able to ring the bell with no problem. (strength)

Swim mask- eye protector when washing hair for students who have anxiety or fear. Student is able to put mask on. (strength)

Coloured measuring cups- use to communicate amounts for cooking ( 1 green, two blue) for students with LD. Students have good use of hands (strength).

Happy Face balls- Show agreement ( use marker to make sad on other side for disagreement) for students with communication impairment. They can also say happy or sad. The student can hold the balls with his hands. (strength)

Carabiners-  These can also be used for intellectual/brain development, opening and closing and putting objects on them. The student has strong hands (strength).

Cutlery Drawer Organizer- paint organizer/ no tip paint holder for those with involuntary issues or mobility issues.  The student is able to move paint brush from one section to the other. (strength)

Sponge Mats- cut out and use as bumper pads for corners etc for students with visual impairments. The student knows the layout of the room and can move around quicker than most. (strength)