Keitzer Multi-Purpose Guide
Source (s): The Lighthouse Inc. 800-829-0500
Compatibility/Requirements: Non-technical
Ages: Adult
Price: $12.95
Description: Check guide for both regular and traveler’s checks and also a dependable signature guide. Rigid plastic design folds to form its own case. Ideal for everyday or when traveling.
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Large Print Desk Check Register
Source (s): The Lighthouse, Inc. 800-829-0500
Compatibility/Requirements: Non-technical
Ages: Adult
Price: $7.95
Description: Bound register has room for 280 entries under big type headings 8-1/2 X 11." This is a valuable help for persons with low vision
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Lessons for Living: Self-Advocacy
Source (s): James Stanfield Publishing 800- 421-6534
Compatibility/Requirements: VHS Video Cassette Recorder/Player
Ages: Young adult and up
Price: $149.00
Description: Lessons for Living is a combination package of video cassettes including the curriculum for teachers and the Self-Advocacy video series. The Lessons for Living curriculum is a series of 40 lessons on issues relating to disability (such as acceptance, accessibility, rights, and responsibilities) and to social issues (such as AIDS, sexuality, and drug abuse). The Self-Advocacy video series illustrates the philosophy and practices of self-advocacy and the “People First” movement. Viewers will learn the ABC’s of starting their own self-advocacy group. Catalogs are available.
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Low Vision Ruler
Source (s): Independent Living Aids, Inc., 27 East Mall, Plainview, NY 11803 800-537-2118 516-752-3135 fax
Compatibility/Requirements: Low tech
Ages: All
Price: $1.95
Description: Black bold 1/2" high numbers on a snow white background make this plastic ruler very easy to see.
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The Multimedia Tutor
Source (s): Wilson Learning Corp. 800-247-7332
Compatibility/Requirements: Available for Windows and Macintosh
Ages: Young adult and up
Price: $75.00 and up
Description: Multimedia computing opens new interactive doors that did not exist before now, including the area of personal and professional development. Interactive CD ROMs are available in several titles, featuring video, sound, slide shows, a training consultant, games, and simulations. Each program is powerfully presented to help the student bring out his best. Connect for Success focuses on increasing the user’s ability to influence others. Relate with Ease is designed to help the student build and then keep interpersonal relationships. Decide for Sure helps the user improve decision-making skills. Each title features extensive video footage, used in role-playing scenarios that place the user in decision-making positions. You listen to the nuances of another’s voice and you’re seeing the sometimes fleeting facial expressions. Body language, voice tone, and word choices in scenarios take you through a variety of situations. The interactive videos bring a one-to-one dimension that’s more personal than a book or a non-interactive video. You know right away whether you’re making progress. As the video goes forward, you’re tested periodically by being asked to make decisions. If things go your way, everybody’s happy. If not, well, you go back to the practice lessons.
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Reading Realities
Source: Teacher Support Software Company 904-332-6404
Compatibility/Requirements: IBM compatible PC or Macintosh
Ages: 11 and up
Price: $169.00
Description: This program, designed to meet high interest/low level needs in reading and writing skills, covers three areas of interest: real-life issues, career preparation, and crime. Activities include making predictions, multiple choice comprehension questions, and discussion questions. The program also allows students to write reactions and essays.
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Skills for Living
Source: Jostens Learning 800-247-1380
Compatibility/Requirements: Apple IIe or IBM and compatible PCs
Ages: Adults
Price:$650.00 - $700.00
Description: Arranged under two sets of topics, this product is designed for adult education. It uses simulation and game formats to help students acquire everyday knowledge and skills.
Set 1: Advertising, Checking Accounts, Following Directions, Interviewing, and Goods and Services.
Set 2: Using Credit, On the Job, Buying a Used Car, Planning a Trip, and Comparison Shopping.
The application uses graphics and can maintain student records. Supplemental worksheets are included.
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Straight Talk (CD ROM)
Source: Attainment Company, Inc. - from Educational Resources 800-624-2926
Compatibility/Requirements: Macintosh or Windows
Grades: 7 and up
Price:$79.00
Description: This is a riveting, fast-paced program that covers substance abuse and violence-prevention issues for students with special needs. It features frank interviews with a multicultural mix of students at risk who "tell it like it is." The user clicks on a face and each kid’s gripping story plays, complete with a hip, contemporary soundtrack. A second menu provides access to video vignettes by content area. The program includes an interactive discussion guide laid out like a popular teen magazine and full of vital information about drug use and its consequences. The program also includes a glossary of terms every teen needs to know. Video footage comes from the Straight Talk Series, winner of nine major film awards.
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Survival Skills-Childcare Cluster
Source: Aquarius Instructional 800-338-2644
Compatibility/Requirements: IBM compatible PC or Apple IIe
Ages: Young adult and up
Price: $195.00
Description: These occupational instructional materials teach basic concepts related to child care to “less-able” readers. Basic vocabulary lists and definitions are included along with testing materials. Each lesson includes reading materials, worksheets, and computer activities.
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Talking Caller ID
Source: The Lighthouse, Inc. 800-829-0500
Compatibility/Requirements: Used in conjunction with your local telephone company’s Caller ID service. Compatible with modem and fax machines.
Ages: All ages
Price: Talking Caller ID $129.95; Call Waiting Caller ID $145.95
Description: Announces caller name and number over built-in speaker as well as phone handset - plus shows it on LCD screen. Stores up to 20 recorded names or messages, lets you review up to 64 names and numbers after you program in your frequently received callers. New model now available with caller ID on call waiting. Works with your existing phone (even cordless). Desk or wall mount. 3-1/2" X 5-1/2".
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Talking Watch
Source: Independent Living Aids, Inc.27 East Mall, Plainview, NY 11803 800-537-2118 516-752-3135 fax
Compatibility/Requirements: Low tech
Ages: All
Price: $10.95-$29.95
Description: A sporty looking talking watch which talks you through the setting functions in a pleasant female voice. Alarm is a rooster crowing. Includes a long-life battery that lasts approximately 3 years with normal use. One year warranty.
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Time Cube
Source (s): The Lighthouse, Inc. 800-829-0500
Compatibility/Requirements: Uses one lithium battery (included).
Ages: All
Price: $12.95
Description: Just turn cube to the time you want and it’s set. Beeps when time is up. No switches or dials to use. Useful 5,15,30 or 60 minute intervals. Great for games, cooking, or to wake from catnaps. 2-1/4" cube uses contrasting color - helps numbers stand out for better visibility.
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A Tour of Your Tomorrow
Source: American Guidance Service, Inc. 800-328-2560
Compatibility/Requirements: VHS Video Cassette Recorder/Player
Ages: 10 - adult
Price: $149.95 - 2 video tapes
Description: This program features an in-depth look at a variety of careers within 6 areas: Crafts, Science, The Arts, Social, Business, Office Operations
Description: It contains interviews with and scenes of diverse workers in action, showing how career areas relate to job clusters, college majors, and training programs.
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Ultrafinder
Source: Ultradata Systems from Sky Mall (800) 759-6255
Compatibility/Requirements: Low tech, standard batteries
Ages: Adolescent/Adult
Price:ULTRAFINDER - $99.95 TRAVROUTE - $5.00 when ordered with Ultrafinder. Normal price is $50.00
Description: Hand-held travel help gives road and city services and directions across the U.S.A., whether on the highway or in the heart of the city. Adds safety, security and enjoyment to your travels, as well as increased efficiency, and reduction of stress and avoidance of problems. Gives distances and directions to over 70,000 Interstate services (gas, food, motels, hospitals, rest areas). Locates restaurants, hotels, 24-hour copy centers, pharmacies, hospitals, museums, and gives detailed directions between major locations inside cities. It is an updateable plug-in module, with an easy to read flip top display. 30 day free trial. Comes in an attractive gift box.
Also available - TRAVROUTE trip planning software
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Voice Activated Auto Dialer
Source: Sharper Image Design from SkyMall 800-759-6255
Compatibility/Requirements: Requires 2AA batteries.
Ages: Adolscent/Adult
Price: $99.00
Description: A synthesized voice prompts you for a name, asks which of four numbers to call (home, office, mobile, other), then automatically dials by emitting true tones into any regular telephone receiver. There’s nothing to remember, nothing to look up! Carry up to 200 names and 800 numbers in the palm of your hand. It can speed-dial access numbers, international dialing codes and credit card numbers ( for security, the last four digits or a PIN can be entered manually. Features “flash” memory and “smart” redial.
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Work Series: Earning Money Now
Source: Aquarius Instructional 800-338-2644
Compatibility/Requirements: IBM compatible PC or Apple IIe
Ages: Young adult and up
Price: $225.00 each title
Description: This is one of six in the Work Series program. The other titles in the series are: How to Get and Hold a Job; Self Concept and Your Work; First Weeks of Work; The Interview; You Can Get the Job. All of the titles are designed to promote reading comprehension and critical thinking skills. A vocabulary section introduces the words and topic to be covered. Students then read a paragraph and answer comprehension questions. The program automatically adjusts passage difficulty based on a student’s responses.
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