NaturePrint Paper and Wii

NaturePrint Paper

  NaturePrint Paper may not exactly be the first think you think of when you think of technology.  But it is an interesting product that might allow some special needs children to see the power of the sun and to be artistic.  A 40-sheet package of this sun-sensitive paper costs $9.00.  It's easy to do and just takes 2-3 minutes.

Here's the link for NaturePrint paper.
NaturePrint Paper

 Wii for Students with Special Needs

Most of us are familiar with the Wii even if we don't own one.  Students with special needs may receive a number of possible benefits as a result of engaging in activities with the Wii, such as:

•  improve or increase students' ability to concentrate for longer periods of time
• encourage students with physical disabilities to move around and increase circulation to their limbs
• help students improve their eye-hand coordination
• provide the opportuity for students with disabilities to take part in virtual sports such as bowling, volleyball, golf, ad tennis
• motivate students to achieve goals
• help with problem-solving, reasoning and communication skills

Adapted controllers that attach to a hat or the forearm and do not require grasp or finger dexterity can be obtained for special needs students using the Wii.  Other upgrades are also available, such as bite or eyebrow switches. The Wii may help special needs students break down barriers and build skills that they might not learn otherwise. The Wii costs at least $200. So, it's expensive, but could a teacher apply for a grant to defray the cost?  I also wonder if there are any folks out there using the Wii for these kinds of activities.  If so, it would be great to hear your opinions.

Amazon Wii Link