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ZOO ANIMALS SOUND PUZZLE

ZOO ANIMALS SOUND PUZZLE The Zoo Animals Sound Puzzle is a puzzle designed for children ages 2 and up with speech and learning disabilities to reinforce cause and effect, early vocabulary, and matching skills. Realistic sounds are played when the puzzle pieces are properly placed on the board. Some of the favorite zoo animals are waiting to "speak" to the child. Place the puzzle piece into the well with the matching picture on the puz zle board and hear the animal meow, woof, or tweet. Includes eight pieces. Made of wood.

MELISSA & DOUG PO Box 590 Westport, CT 06881 Phone: 800-718-5365 Web: melissaanddoug.com Email: Owners@MelissaAndDoug.com

PENCIL AND GRIP SAMPLER

The Pencil and Grip Sampler is a set of pencils and pencil holders designed for use by children and adults with fine motor and other upper extremity disabilities. This set includes seven standard pencils and nine basic pencil grips in a variety of shapes to address a variety of grasping difficulties.

THERAPRO 225 Arlington Street Framingham, MA 01702 Phone: 800-257-5376 Fax: 800-268-6624 Web: theraproducts.com Email: info@theraproducts.com

ABC123 PUTTY MATS

ABC 123 Putty Mats are designed for children ages 3 and up with learning disabilities to prime them for reading and writing proficiency. Also strengthens fine motor skills, recognition of letters, and counting of numbers. Children shape and mold putty to fill in the letter or number on each mat. This tactile and visual experience helps to create neural pathways for reading and writing. Each durable card features colorful illustrations of objects that begin with the letter, or multiples of shapes that correspond to the number. Designed for class and home activities.

FUN AND FUNCTION PO Box 11 Merion Station, PA 19066 Phone: 800-231-6329 Fax: 866-343-6863 Web: funandfunction.com Email: CustomerCare@FunandFunction.com

The ABLEDATA database of assistive technology and rehabilitation equipment contains information on more than 30,000 products for persons of all ages who have a physical, cognitive, or sensory disability. Products are chosen for these pages by the ABLEDATA staff based on their specific applicability to or design for children who have disabilities. ABLEDATA, operated by New Editions Consulting, Inc., is funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) under contract number ED-OSE-13-C-0064. For more information on these and other assistive devices, or to submit product information for the database (and possible inclusion on this page), contact: ABLEDATA, 103 W. Broad Street, Suite 400, Falls Church, VA 22046; phone: 1-800-227-0216; TTY – 703-992-8313; website: abledata.com; email: abledata@neweditions.net; twitter: twitter.com/AT_Info; Facebook: facebook.com/abledata.

LISTENING FIRST TIGER HEADPHONES

These Listening First Tiger Headphones are designed for children ages 3 to 10 with autism and sensory processing disorder to reduce the surrounding sound. They are specifically built for young students with safety as its first concern. The rugged ABS plastic earcups withstand daily use with adjustable volume control for individual preferences. This stereo headphone can be used for storytime, library, and computer use. Features adjustable headband comfortable for extended wear and volume control for individual preferences. Permanently attached with reinforced "strain" connection resists accidental pull out. The lengthy 6-foot straight cord with 3.5-millimeter plug set at right angle reduces accidental pull-out. Around-ear ambient noise-reducing earcups deliver maximum protection against exterior sounds (without added electronic circuitry and expense). This reduces the need to increase the volume (protecting the ears) and helps keep students on task. Features replaceable leatherette ear cushions. Headphones are IBM, iMac, and Mac compatible.

ESPECIAL NEEDS 1850 Borman Court St. Louis, MO 63146 Phone: 877-664-4565 Fax: 800-664-4534 Web: especialneeds.com

COCOON CLIMBING SWING

The Cocoon Climbing Swing is sensory integration equipment designed for children ages 3 to 12 with autism, sensory processing disorder, low muscle tone, and hyperactivity disabilities to encourage motor planning, balance reactions, core stability, hand strengthening and sensory integration. Features an interior cushion for a comfortable ride. Includes a clear, plastic cushion with green cover. The cushion arrives deflated and can be inflated by user's mouth. Holds up to 100 pounds.

FUN AND FUNCTION PO Box 11 Merion Station, PA 19066 Phone: 800-231-6329 Fax: 866-343-6863 Web: funandfunction.com Email: CustomerCare@FunandFunction.com

HORSE RACING TACTILE WOODEN GAME

The Horse Racing Tactile Wooden Game is designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This tactile game is recommended for younger users. It is a simple game with simple rules and strategy. The pegs are color-coded and include six each of red and blue. There are tactile markings on top of six of them, making it accessible to players who are blind or have low vision. Includes wooden game board/storage box, 12 pegs, and a wooden die. All pieces have a smooth stained finish.Includes wooden game board/stor age box, 12 pegs and a wooden d i e Dimensions: 8.25 x 3.5 x 1.625 MAXI-AIDS 42 Executive Boulevard Farmingdale, NY 11735 Phone: 800-522-6294 Fax: 631-752-0689 Web: maxiaids.com Email: sales@maxiaids.com .

MAXI-AIDS 42 Executive Boulevard Farmingdale, NY 11735 Phone: 800-522-6294 Fax: 631-752-0689 Web: maxiaids.com Email: sales@maxiaids.com