Over the course of 30-years, we have discovered amazing ways people use AbleNet products to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. Remarkable Ideas take these amazing discoveries and provide activities that incorporate alternative methods of access to ensure each student can participate, learn important educational and life skills, and have fun.
Hangman
This Remarkable Idea takes a spin on the classic game of Hangman by adding an assistive technology component and themes.
Spelling | Social skills | Choice making | Cause and effect | Fine motor skills | Good sportsmanship | Alternative methods of access | Jelly Bean Switch | SuperTalker | QuickTalker | SoundingBoard | Blue2 Switch
Mystery Boxes
In this Remarkable Idea students will be challenged to feel disgusting items in the mystery boxes and determine what everyday items are inside. The reward for completing this challenge is a meal made of dirt and worms!
Critical thinking | Choice making | Sensory | Fine motor skills | Alternative methods of access | Jelly Bean Switch | TalkingBrix | PowerLink
Let’s Talk Tarantulas
In this Remarkable Idea, students will learn some facts about tarantulas and make their own to bring home.
Life science | Social skills | Choice making | Cause and effect | Fine motor skills | Alternative methods of access | Step-by-Step | TalkingBrix
St. Patrick’s Day Fun!
A leprechaun has broken into the school and caused chaos, what should we do? Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with food, games, and even build a trap to try and catch that pesky leprechaun!
Fine motor skills | Creative thinking | Listening skills | Number recognition | Patterning | Alternative methods of access | All-Turn-It Spinner | Jelly Bean Switch | Step-by-Step GamePlay
