Websites
and Resources for
Teaching
Adults with Developmental Disabilities
www.mkdowney.com/comreadwithme.htm
Look for the link to the “Educator Websites” to have easy access
to all the websites listed on this document as well as other links used by the Come
Read with Me program.
Assistive technology resources for
children and adults with special needs. There is
newspaper that comes out 6 times a year; in print and
e-mail version. They host a wonderful conference in October of each year in
Minneapolis about assistive technology.
These
games provide a way for sighted and visually impaired students to interact socially. The tactile aspects of the games actually make
them more interesting for all learners!
http://www.redandgreenchoices.com/
A Positive Behavioral Development
Strategy
for
Students with Autism or Behavioral Predispositions
Software for individuals who can’t use a keyboard or mouse yet. Programs can be operated simply by pressing the spacebar.
Music resource books, instruments and
software for music education and music therapy.
Basic assistive technology devices,
curriculum and ideas for working with non or minimally
verbal individuals.
Software and related materials to
further literacy instruction for individuals with disabilities.
Music therapy songbooks and resources
that can be used for teaching of both children and
adults with developmental disabilities. Kathleen Coleman – music therapist
The Book Shelf
This
bookstore is specializing in gathering resources information and materials for
those having disabilities or those teaching students with special cognitive
challenges. The store regularly stocks
the series Explode
The Code and Sticky Bear Typing
Program, used when tutoring reading students in the Come Read with Me program . The owner, Cylinda Marshall, will assist you in locating
materials for life-long learning programs at the best prices available. They regularly carry books written by Martha
Kate Downey, as well.
Phone: 817-553-5551 or 817-797-5411
Email: cjmathome@sbcglobal.net
Educators Publishing
Service, Inc.
This
publisher produces very helpful and high quality learning materials. Includes
the series Explode
The Code used by Martha Kate and Kate Downey as a tool when tutoring
reading students . Explode The Code can be used by
children and adults with a wide range of skills and abilities. The cumulative
presentation is fun and enjoyable.
31 Smith Place
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138
Phone: 1-800-225-5750
Website: http://www.epsbooks.com
www.Edhelper.com
Although this site has an annual
charge, it is well worth the expense (about $40 per year. May be accessed by 8
teachers for a single feel. Lots of
worksheet (our adult learners always want homework!)
New Readers
Press
The
material offered by this company is all for adults with beginning reading
skills. Great variety, priced well.
Website: http://www.newreaderspress.com
Exceptional
Resources
This
company offers a wide variety of books, toys, musical
instruments. Fun site just to browse. Carries some books and cd's by Martha Kate Downey, but an exceptional amount
of kid friendly resources are there.
Website: http://www.exceptionalresources.com/misc.html
Joyce Herzog.com
Learning
Products and Services. Offer a wide variety of books for children and adults
learning to read. This company carries books written specifically for those
with special challenges.
Website: www.joyceherzog.com
Great Products
This
company carries all sorts of things and has very
helpful people.
Website: www.greatproducts-online.com
Books
by MK
This
publisher produces or has available the books written by Martha Kate Downey and
Kate Downey. To
see or order books
Phone: 817-283-4114
E-mail: mkdowney.com
Website: http://www.mkdowney.com
Alphabet
letters in Sign Language with pictures
Sign
Language Dictionary with pictures
Renee's
Sign Language Classes
Renee's
Sign Language Class 1
www.mkdowney.com/comreadwithme.htm
Look for the link to the “Educator
Websites” to have access to all the websites listed on this document as well as
other links used by the Come Read with Me
program.