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Resources...Information Packets
 
Lekotek provides a wide-range of informational packets that include detailed how-to "recipes" and guidelines for activities, helpful hints, and suggestions of toys, books, and publications. These packets also highlight how-to instructions for adapting toys, and information on other relevant organizations. Feel free to distribute these packets but please make sure that you do not change the information.

Permission to reprint and use this information is contingent upon the inclusion of the following tag line:

The National Lekotek Center, a division of Anixter Center, is a non-profit organization with a national network of affiliates dedicated to making play and learning accessible for children with disabilities and provides supportive services for their families. For additional information on toys, play and technology for children with disabilities, please visit us at www.ableplay.org or www.lekotek.org.

 

 
Disability Specific Play Ideas and Information
 
Autism and Pervasive Developmental Delay
Includes play and toy ideas and resource lists
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Play and the Child with Attention Deficit Disorder
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Play and the Child with Cerebral Palsy
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Play and the Child with Visual Impairment
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General Play Ideas and Information
 
Adapted Arts-N-Crafts
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Creative Uses for Cups
Out of the box ideas play ideas.
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Early Literacy Skills
Using books and early literacy activities for young children builds essential literacy skills.
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Fine Motor Toy Ideas
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Fun with Food
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Gross Motor Play Ideas
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Messy Play
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Por Que Es Importante Jugar?
(Why is Play Important?)
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Two-Handed Play Activities
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Why Is Play Important?
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Toy Tips and Information
 
Adaptive Toy Companies
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Creative Uses for Cups
Out of the box ideas play ideas.
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Cycles, Ride-Ons and Accessories
Comprehensive list of companies that produce cycles and ride-ons. Phone numbers and websites provided.
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Los diez puntos a tener en cuenta cuando se compran juguetes para niņos con discapacidades
(10 Tips in Picking Toys for Children with Disabilities)
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Simple Toy Adaptations
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Top Ten Tips to Consider When Buying Toys for Children with Disabilities
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Toy Features to Keep in Mind When Choosing Toys
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General Lekotek Information
 
Lekotek Fact Sheet
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Lekotek...Preguntas Frecuentes
(Lekotek..frequently asked questions)
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Why should your family come to Lekotek?
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Miscellaneous Information
 
Cycles, Ride-Ons and Accessories
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Cycles, Ride-Ons and Accessories
Comprehensive list of companies that produce cycles and ride-ons. Phone numbers and websites provided.
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Dolls with Disabilities
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The Buzz about Batteries
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