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Josh Pauls Became the First Para Ice Hockey Player to Win Five Paralympic Gold Medals. His Grandfather Was Born in the Country Where He Won the Last One.
News > Sports

Josh Pauls Became the First Para Ice Hockey Player to Win Five Paralympic Gold Medals. His Grandfather Was Born in the Country Where He Won the Last One.

By Brock Jefferson
...a high school junior from South Plainfield, New Jersey, who'd only been playing the sport for seven years. Sixteen years later, in Milan, he became the...original 2010 squad still competing at this level. And before the final game even started, his teammates had already voted him to carry the United States...
Gaming for Special Needs: The Complete Guide to Adaptive Controllers and Accessible Play
Lifestyle > Recreation

Gaming for Special Needs: The Complete Guide to Adaptive Controllers and Accessible Play

By Brock Jefferson
You've watched your child struggle with a standard game controller, fingers not landing on the right buttons, thumbs not coordinating fast enough to keep up. Maybe they've asked to play with friends online...
2026 Winter Paralympics: Adicoff Goes 4 for 4 in Cross-Country, Peterson Goes 3 for 3, USA Faces Canada for the Last Gold
News > Sports

2026 Winter Paralympics: Adicoff Goes 4 for 4 in Cross-Country, Peterson Goes 3 for 3, USA Faces Canada for the Last Gold

By Brock Jefferson
...the Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena, the United States and Canada were playing through the second period of the gold medal game, tied 1-1, with the last...States and Canada were playing through the second period of the gold medal game, tied 1-1, with the last gold of the 2026 Winter Paralympics still up for...
4 Tips To Improve Reading Skills Even If You Have Dyslexia (Part 1)
Special Needs > Dyslexia

4 Tips To Improve Reading Skills Even If You Have Dyslexia (Part 1)

By Bonnie Terry
...spelling patterns we use to make words. Improve reading comprehension by playing a reading comprehension game. Improve writing skills using specially designed...words. Improve reading comprehension by playing a reading comprehension game. Improve writing skills using specially designed graphic organizers. Today...
12 Activities to Promote Holiday Learning and Fun
Education > Tutoring

12 Activities to Promote Holiday Learning and Fun

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
Remember, when kids learn in a relaxed environment like playing a game, they retain what they learn at much higher...kids learn in a relaxed environment like playing a game, they retain what they learn at much higher rates,...Christmas caroling in the neighborhood Have a family game night Read a Christmas story or holiday book as...
How to Talk with Kids About Tragic Events in the News
Parenting > School Years

How to Talk with Kids About Tragic Events in the News

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
...or emotionally wrenching. Try to find another family activity — such as playing a board game or reading a book together — to take your child's mind, and...wrenching. Try to find another family activity — such as playing a board game or reading a book together — to take your child's mind, and your own,...
Special Needs App of the Day: Nxt App 4 Kids
Assistive Tech > Apps

Special Needs App of the Day: Nxt App 4 Kids

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
...engaging and interactive math game that encourages learning...iTunes playlist while playing the game. Nxt App 4 Kids...playlist while playing the game. Nxt App 4 Kids is Game...Game. Nxt App 4 Kids is Game Center enabled, which means...scores globally through the Game Center Leaderboards....children, and it makes the game more motivating for...
Playing Learning Games with Throw-Aways
Education > K-12

Playing Learning Games with Throw-Aways

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
...cereal box and a smile. Playing with your child lets...important is the fact that playing is the way children...way children learn. Playing is the way they gain...love the novelty of playing something new. Here...child. The newspaper game shown in the cartoon...energy! The other game is more sedate as...it's about making and playing with one's own homemade...
Special Needs App of the Day: iWriteWords
Assistive Tech > Apps

Special Needs App of the Day: iWriteWords

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
...and childlike style. There are over 70 levels of words, and kids will love playing the game so much they won't realize how much they are learning at the same...style. There are over 70 levels of words, and kids will love playing the game so much they won't realize how much they are learning at the same time....
Special Needs App of the Day: Marble Mixer
Assistive Tech > Apps

Special Needs App of the Day: Marble Mixer

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
...effective way to introduce children to game playing and strategy. In the Monster...way to introduce children to game playing and strategy. In the Monster Picnic...and strategy. In the Monster Picnic game, players must flick marbles into the...be used to build social skills if playing with others. Available on iPad for...
Activities for Kids: Coffee Filter Fun
Lifestyle > Recreation

Activities for Kids: Coffee Filter Fun

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
...done with a coffee filter. This versatile item that is common to most households can be used to create crafts, do a science experiment or play a fun game. Here are three ideas for things to do with coffee filters the next time your kids are bored and looking for something new to try. Colors in Black...
How to Find Social Groups and Community Programs for People with Disabilities
Social Engagement > Community Living

How to Find Social Groups and Community Programs for People with Disabilities

By Dr. Opal Stenson
...programs, social events, and employment support specifically for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Local chapters host movie nights, game nights, bowling leagues, and group outings. Contact your state office through bestbuddies.org to find events near you. The Arc has chapters in nearly...

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