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Low tech kit...in my undergrad we had to make a low tech kit of things that my not be 'legally' included in the IEP but could help the child. For example, one item was this pen holder that sticks to their desk and snaps the pencil/pen in place so it never gets lost. Another item were triangle shaped crayons, so they don't roll off of the desk. Putting a small amount of play doh around a writing utencil also helped increase fine motor skills and alleviate some sensory issues. Small golf pencils have been used to help children learn the proper pencil grip. Sometimes these things are easier to think of and more practical to use in the classroom for all children.
Web toolboxes for Educators- is a website that is directed towards students with disabilities with technology based applications.
The Alliance for Technology Access www.ataccess.org this is a community based resource site dedicated to providing information and services and increase their use of standard and assistive technology. It is also separated by each states center.
National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities www.nichcy.com Their special focus is children and youth with disabilities. Some publications include Assistive Technology: becoming and informed consumer and Technical Assistance Guide.
*Thank you, Carla Reavis, for these great tips!*
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For those students who have difficulty with fine motor skills, I've been successful with having these students use fat pencils - it helps with the grip. (a thought from myself)
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