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They are tools that assist with the creation of art for everyone! There aren't any tools that outshine the others and some of these tools can even be made from household items! These tools can range from helpful grips, stencils, stamps, or more complex alternatives.

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What is assistive technology in the art classroom?

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What is assistive technology in the art classroom?

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Adaptive Art Supplies

Make your art room, classroom, and studio more accessible with adaptive art supplies. Art supplies for special needs students are vital to encouraging creativity in the classroom and at home. Explore wheelchair accessible tables and easels designed to accommodate any student, including those with disabilities.

Find easy-grip drawing tools, which are usually made in a large size that's easy to hold. Some are made in a geometric shape, such as a triangle, to offer easier control. Explore a variety of adaptive art tools for cutting paper. Training scissors are great for young artists learning how to cut safely - they feature handles with four finger holes for a child and an adult to cut supplies simultaneously. Tabletop scissors offer a pushdown mechanism for kids with limited strength and control.

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Make your art room, classroom, and studio more accessible with adaptive art supplies. Art supplies for special needs students are vital to encouraging creativity in the classroom and at home. Explore wheelchair accessible tables and easels designed to accommodate any student, including those with disabilities.

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Some MORE home supplies that can be made into adaptive tech

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Some MORE home supplies that can be made into adaptive tech

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A great paper with some research into adaptive art practices

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A great paper with some research into adaptive art practices

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Introduce students to claymation!

With a whole-class kit filled with clay, sculpting tools, and a step-by-step lesson plan, you'll be ready to help students bring their creations to life on film.

Stop spending hours planning lessons

Expose students to diverse artworks and infuse SEL and academics into your lessons with an adaptable, standards-aligned art curriculum.

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With a whole-class kit filled with clay, sculpting tools, and a step-by-step lesson plan, you'll be ready to help students bring their creations to life on film. Expose students to diverse artworks and infuse SEL and academics into your lessons with an adaptable, standards-aligned art curriculum.

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Working with students in an adapted art setting can be challenging. Often, materials and tools need to be modified to ensure your students with special needs are successful. As many of our students struggle with fine motor skills, it can be difficult to find tools they can easily handle. Watch today's video to learn about some simple tools you can use with your adaptive art students!

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What are your favorite adaptive art tools? How do you find ways to meet the needs of your students with special needs?
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Working with students in an adapted art setting can be challenging. Often, materials and tools need to be modified to ensure your students with special needs are successful. Watch this video to get the top 3 tools for Adaptive Art.