General Adaptations

• non-slip surfaces
• various size drawing utensils
• adapted scissors
• rearrange floor space for wheelchair accessibility
• use slant tables to improve visual field and provide more appropriate mobility and stability.
• a variety of materials: velcro, tempo loop, floam, etc. for quick adaptations To emphasize language and beginning literacy, augmentative communication in a variety of forms should be available.
• voice output communication devices/switches
• communication boards / schedule boards
• sign language gestures -pictures / props
• interactive story boards
• access to vocabulary to comment and ask questions
• a variety of written communication tools

• adequate floor space
• mounted grab railings throughout room
• consistent arrangement of room for visually impaired learners
• shelves arranged so children unable to stand can independently obtain materials
• consider seating adaptations: couch, captains chairs with arms, cube chairs or beanbags to provide necessary support for students
• placement of the student in relationship to activities. (eye level placement of materials) also placement of staff during activities
• bathroom accessibility: consider light switch extensions, a motion sensor for sink faucets, type of seating on toilet
• lighting issues such as noise and glare.

• set up the environment to encourage cooperation and socialization
• augmentative communication made available promotes language development for all students
• model use of communication boards so students see it is meaningful
• pair written words with pictures
• eliminate all possible visual and auditory distractions.
• use daily schedules to help students organize themselves and assist in transitions

• clear shoe bags for props / communication symbols
• pocket folders for songs and symbols
• story boards and schedule accessible at all learning areas
• story frame on computer screen for interaction
• communication devices programmed ahead of time
• picture vocabulary or communication devices accessible at all learning areas
• switches in place
• toys and battery operated materials tested and batteries replaced
• adaptors kept together and accessible
• download thematic clip art on disk to use in Intellipics activities and for making student generated books
• clear ziploc backs and bags with handles to store overlays and materials
• make sure all pieces of equipment, props and cables are labeled
• use a zip or jaz drive to set up individualized student files and activities and to back up data
• label each piece of equipment with brief instruction for operation
• minimize visual and auditory distractions for students
• clear storage boxes for thematic or adapted materials
• label everything in your room with a picture and written word
• use virus protection on all computers
• all equipment and software is labeled as your classrooms and inventoried
• all registration and warranty cards are returned for technical support and upgrade information
• label computer cables for easy plug and play.

• velcro
• tempo loop fabric
• ziplock bags large & small
• foam core board
• ethafoam
• batteries
• adaptors
• file folders
• hot glue gun
• blue tack Software:
• Boardmaker software with sign & photo libraries
• Intellitools Access Pac with keyboard
• Flash-It software utility
• Stuffit Expander software utility
• Internet Access Peripherals:
• switch interface
• big mac or step by step switch
• touch window or magic window
• low cost voice output communication devices Hardware:
• computer
• printer
• digital camera
• Zip drive / Jaz drive