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The Slant Board is a great tool to aid in an individuals handwriting. I have a student who uses one to help his handwriting and it also has a white board feature as well.

Cost: on the specific website linked, it is $64.95. But they can easily cost more than that with more features like the white board, 2 clips, etc.

This product is designed for students who have Occupational needs with their handwriting and fine motor skills. My student uses the Slant Board due to lack of muscle tone in his hand and it helps him have more control when he is writing. The goal is to make handwriting and fine motor skills easier for individuals with fine motor deficits.

Pros: Easy to use, no intense instruction necessary, affordable, compact

Cons: could effect handwriting negatively when the slant board is not accessible.

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Item # 3200

$64.95

Banish handwriting woes with our ergonomically designed slant board.

Weight: 1½ lbs.

Battery: No Batteries Required

Shipping Returns & Warranty

Banish handwriting woes with our ergonomically designed slant board. This terrific training product encourages proper wrist position, leading to better penmanship. Plus, the slant board improves posture and stability!

Questions and answers of the customers

is it adjustable?

1. Q is it adjustable?

Asked by Anonymous user on

A No this is a fixed angled slant board.

2. Q Does the slant board have anything to keep it from sliding on a table?

Asked by jwhitt on

A On the bottom there are non-skid rubber pads, in addition you have a wide flat lip so the slant board can be C-clamped to a table top or lap tray.

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Slant Board helps with reading and writing. OTs love this board because it promotes wrist extension, improves posture, visual processing, and more.

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The GoTalk 9+ is an easy to use AAC device used to aid in conversation needs for individuals throughout their daily activities. Here is how it is used: First you determine communication messages, select pictures and text for each button. Then you print or create an overlay containing the picture cards you desire or need for the specific student. Once you slide the overlay into the GoTalk9+, you will then record messages for each icon/ picture. The last step is to give it to the student and start instruction of the device to aid in  their communication. You can buy the device for $239 on the Attainment Company webpage. This product is designed as a first step of AAC devices because it is simple. The goal of this product is to aid people in their communication while going about their daily tasks. Pros: You can change the pictures of the grid and record core message as they are specific to your student and their communication needs. It is also very light and portable. Cons: Their are limited number of messages that can be recorded at a time and their are only 9 squares.  

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Sit to Stand Desk | standupdeskstore.com

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The Stand Up Desk can be viewed and purchased at the link above. This assistive technology is a modern adjustable desk that's comfortable for students who need to fight sedentary diseases AND can sit if they grow too tired. Generally, those students who suffer from heart disease, obesity, or back and neck pain may benefit from using a sit-stand desk. There are multiple options for purchase, such as a hand crank or programmable electric height adjustment options, which highlight a distinctive curved desktop that's eye-catching and functional. A downward curve feature along the front edge enhances typing comfort for the wrists and hands, while the upward bend along the back edge helps prevent items from sliding off. The stand up desk includes a set of lockable casters and furniture feet. This product starts at a purchase price of $199.00.

Pros: helps to lower blood sugar levels, increases the ability to shift weight back and forth to help burn calories and promote weight loss, reduces back pain, improves posture, increases energy levels, may improve concentration and reaction times

Cons: it may be uncomfortable standing for more extended periods which may lead to sore feet or leg fatigue, standing alone is not a form of exercise for weight loss, it may create blood pooling, joint immobilization, and it is more expensive than traditional desks

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https://us.tobiidynavox.com

The TD I-110 was created by the company TobiiDynavox. Tobii was a Swedish company that specialized in eye gaze software. Tobii bought the US company Dynavox, which specialized in Augmentative Assistive Communication devices, in 2014. The merged company is now called TobiiDynavox. These devices were made to help anyone with mobility and communication difficulties live more meaningful lives, by giving them a way to decide and choose what to say and do on their own terms. The cost of a TD I-110 ranges from $4,328.72-$5,384.11.

PROS: Systems are easy to use and program after you have been trained. Training comes with the purchase. They offer trial periods of up to 4 weeks. Insurance can cover some of the cost. People who use these can touch what they want to say or use the eye gaze feature to select the button that has what they want to say on it. They are chargeable like a tablet and have all the similar features that a tablet does. They come with a handle or wheelchair mount.

CONS: They are like tablets, so kids may only want to use them like they use their tablets. They have to be charged so you cannot lose the charging cord. Adults have to be trained to program it. Older kids can figure out how to program it and sometimes put inappropriate things on it. It is expensive and there is a lot of paperwork that needs to be completed to get one.

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Empower those with autism to communicate using TD I-110, a fast, durable touchscreen speech generating device built for augmentative & alternative communication.

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WordPower is a word-based AAC vocabulary. You can view and purchase this low-tech communication device at the link above. The cost of this device ranges from $149.99-$299.99. WordPower aims to assist individuals with quick and easy language generation. It includes high-frequency core words color-coded into speech parts, such as adjectives, pronouns, verbs, etc. As a sentence is being built, the next word you want to say can be spoken with one or two button presses. A wide age group can use it. Adjectives, nouns, and verbs can be added and customized to meet the individual student's particular needs.

Pros: fast and efficient language system, combines core vocabulary, spelling, and word prediction, helps AAC users develop their language and literacy skills

Cons: the cost may be a little "pricey," limited options for exploration, decreased opportunities to be spontaneous, increased cognitive load

Additional Product Information: This product allows users to communicate spontaneously through word-based communication (not based on pre-stored vocabulary or phrases).

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https://enablingdevices.com

Enabling Devices was created for children with communication disorders, and kids on the autism spectrum. The company has been around for 45 years and was founded in 1978, by a man named Steven Kanor. The company strives to find ways to help individuals make personal connections. They also try to help people learn, communicate, and play with and like their typical peers. The adult simply records a message for each "button" and then teaches the child how and when to use the phrase that was recorded. They have single-button switches to 32-button switches. The costs range anywhere from $73 for a single-button switch to $480 for the 32-button communicator.

PROS: It is very easy to use. You record the message you think a child would say in given situations. Teach the child how and when to use it and then practice, a lot. They are lightweight and are battery operated so no cords to lose. Could be used with younger children as a precursor to more computer/tablet-like assistive augmentative communication devices.

CONS: They are battery-operated so replacing batteries can get expensive. Recorded messages do not layer on top of other messages so all messages are single and final.

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A progressive communication device that grows with the user, this four-level communicator is equipped with five interchangeable frames, and retains all recorded messages so that you can switch back and forth between 1, 2, 4, 8 and 16 frames. Records 4-second messages with a simple push of a button and is durable, lightweight and has a built-in handle for easy carrying. Total record time is 300 seconds. Frame size is 8½" x 7″.

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A progressive communication device that grows with the user, this four-level communicator is equipped with five interchangeable frames, and retains all recorded messages so that you can switch back and forth between 1, 2, 4, 8 and 16 frames. Records 4-second messages with a simple push of a button and is durable, lightweight and has a built-in handle for easy carrying.

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The product that I am familiar with is the VisioBook which costs $3,200. When I got to the site I learned about the Patriot Pro 12.9, it costs $3,995 and solely uses apple technology. These products are designed for vision impaired or low vision people of all ages who need to read text. They are full-color magnification devices that can enlarge text in textbooks, worksheets, or books. Students can use these at home and at school.

PROS: They enable students with low vision to read books they can check out at the school library. They can help students see and complete worksheets. The Patriot Pro folds up very small and only weighs about 8 pounds. You can change the text and background color to whatever your preference.

CONS: They are pricey. The Visiobook is bulky and heavy and not easy to transport between home and school. The Visiobook is also large in size and students who are in upper elementary and middle school may resist using this device because it calls unnecessary attention to them. Finally, with Google Classroom and eBooks, it is just as easy for students to have access to textbooks, worksheets, and library books using a tablet or large-screen lap top where they can enlarge the font and change the colors of the text.

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studypug.com

The company was founded in 2014 by teachers who wanted to provide tutorials to students whenever and wherever they needed them. It is available for students in Elementary-College and offers tutorials in any math or science subject you can imagine.

Students can select which topics they want to view tutorials on. Once in the tutorial, the videos provide at least 2-3 different ways to solve the problems so students can determine which way works best. Some of the content is available for free.

PROS: They offer a 7-day free trial. Teachers can create personalized learning paths for students so differentiation is available. They can also track student progress within lessons that they assign. Students can also view their progress to determine how they are doing with the different concepts.

CONS: If you want access to all the features you have to get the paid subscription; $19.99 for one month, $14.83 per month for a 6-month subscription, and $9.92 per month for a 12-month subscription

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buzzmath.com

BuzzMath was created by scolab.com/fr/ a French company. It has self-paced math activities that make learning math fun, engaging, and motivating for children ages 6-16. It helps kids by giving immediate feedback when they solve a problem incorrectly. Teachers can customize assignments so work can be differentiated. Various reports allow teachers to see student progress.

PROS: It is engaging, motivating, and visually appealing while not being too distracting. It is available on iPhones, iPads, and web-based platforms. It offers a 30-day free trial.

CONS: It is not fully free, a paid subscription is required to have full access to all options.

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Algebra Touch is an interactive program that promotes math without mistakes. It is simplistic in nature. Users are able to select topics or lessons and then either seek explanation or practice.

Pros: Interactive program, free

Cons: Only available on iPad, iPhone, iPod

It was hard to understand the full concept of the program without downloading the program.

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Hands on, super visual, algebra activities to give you a fresh perspective on math.

"I'm 48. I've wanted to learn Algebra my whole life. Tried all kinds of books, to no avail. Your app works for me. I'm so excited. A whole new world opens up." - Sally G

Algebra Touch is a supplemental learning aid that gives you the power to play with algebra directly... and we make it impossible to make mistakes.

Poke around freely. Did it react how you thought it would? No? Well then, time to update your internal model of understanding and try again. That's how people learn.

"Seriously awesome app. I am a professional math and physics instructor for middle schoolers thru college students and adults. Have used your app with a number of my students .... And it was like magic. The visual and kinesthetic approach to "moving math" is so powerful!"

* Custom manipulative for each algebra topic
* Randomly generated practice problems - as many as you could want!
* Challenge mode at the end of each module to really test your understanding
* Instructional videos for more in-depth explanations
* Create your own problems to tinker and push the limit

Algebra Touch is highly visual and interactive, so the best way to see what it's about is to try it.

"With this app, the author has successfully made algebra beautiful. I really wish this app existed when I was studying algebra 25 years ago." - geekswithjuniors.com

Over 1 million downloads worldwide! (including the old version)

Current material covers:
Simplification, Like Terms, Commutativity, Order of Operations, Factorization, Prime Numbers, Elimination, Isolation, Variables, One step Equations, Two step equations. Variables on both sides of the Equation, Distribution, Factoring Out, Exponent Product Rule, Exponent Quotient Rule, and Logarithms.

Questions? Comments?
Email sean@regularberry.com for a real response.

Version 1.2.2

If you need help with algebra, look no further!

Wow! Best math game I have EVER found! I never understood algebra and felt embarrassed that I didn't know, but now I am starting to feel so confident! All thanks to this game. Thank you!! They show you all the steps in comprehensible bite sized pieces and work you up! It has a feature (brilliant by the way, guys!) so that you cannot make a "wrong" move. You will always get the correct answer - even if, like me, you make it more complicated for yourself getting there - and that is soo encouraging!!! Also, there's no pressure to this game. They do have a mini challenge (which IS timed) at the end of every lesson chunk, but even that never lets you fail! :) If you don't get the answer in time there's no punishment, no shaming, it just gives you another problem (and another and another) until you get it right! So if you're like me and seriously panic when you're timed, this design allows you the time to realize that hey just cause you're not perfect at it right away, they're not gonna fail you. It teaches you to calm yourself down look ahead to solving the problem with confidence, focus, and peace.
I really could not recommend it more! Thank you to whoever helped create this game.
(It made my day!)

For brushing up; for starting out.

Super helpful for me who is looking back on some earlier learned algebra concepts, but I imagine it would be useful for those trying to ease themselves into algebra as well. Algebra Touch doesn't go that deep into concepts and the explanations are extremely brief, making it great for those who already know the concepts and those who just want to look around before actually learning algebra.

The only cons so far is that there are few concepts you can learn currently, and there's no option to practice everything you have learned.

Falls short, sadly

The pre-generated problems work GREAT. Really excellent way to teach algebra in a way that is AMAZINGLY fast. However, entering your own problems is practically useless. The app will randomly drop large sections of the equation. For example, try to factor: x^2 - 5x - 14 There's no way to enter exponents in the calculator keyboard, so you have to do x*x to get x^2. While trying this problem, I've seen the app randomly erase everything except for x^2, which may lead one to think the other terms had somehow magically canceled out. It just makes me really sad that the self-entry mode is so useless. Another example: it doesn't know how to convert 7x*x into 7x^2. This is probably the best algebra teaching method I've ever seen, and also works great for refreshing your memory if you've forgotten your algebra rules, but otherwise it's only useful once you've finished all the lessons, which anybody can do inside of an hour or two.

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‎Hands on, super visual, algebra activities to give you a fresh perspective on math. "I'm 48. I've wanted to learn Algebra my whole life. Tried all kinds of books, to no avail. Your app works for me. I'm so excited. A whole new world opens up."

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Brilliant is an interactive program that focuses on different areas of academics, primarily math, science, and data. Within the academic area, it provides sub areas. The program prompts the user to set up their profile. It allows the user to determine the length of time per session. Questions build upon each other. If recognizes correct answers with positive reply/praise. If a problem is answered incorrectly, it automatically gives the correct answer but offers an explanation.

Pros: Questions build upon each other, interactive interface, explanation of problems, applicable for many operating systems/platforms, offers 30 day trial period

Cons: Program monthly fees

I like the program. Upon initial usage (30 day trial) it does not appear to have the capability of reading the problems and answers aloud.

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Brilliant - Build quantitative skills in math, science, and computer science with hands-on, interactive lessons.

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Tablets are a great way to build independency within the classroom. They can be used for daily living skills as well as academic areas. Apple iPads have many built in accessibility features that are easy to use based on vision, physical and motor, hearing, and speech needs. In addition, teachers can download additional programs for the classroom. iPads range in cost from $250 to $1000, when purchased individually.

Pros:    Accessibility features, easy to transport, WiFi capability

Cons:   Expensive, must be charged, technology updates, WiFi connectivity

Since my students have been using the iPads, I see more growth and independency. Prior, they were more dependent on me for everything – from knowing when it was time to change classes, spelling, reading, and finding them entertainment. Now, when we work on assignments or tasks, one student sets a timer for the class. Another student alerts the class of upcoming transitions. When they need help spelling, they look it up on their iPad. Students can create sentences using the speech to text option, enjoy books that are above their reading capabilities, and learn how to utilize free time appropriately. Another feature I really like as a teacher is the restricted guidance controls which helps keep the student’s in the correct program.

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The company is TextHelp which was created in 1996 by Martin McKay in response to his father having a stroke and struggling to communicate. This product was created to assist any student who has learning disabilities or physical disabilities. It can be used by any student who is challenged by the reading and writing required for learning. If a school district purchases the 1-year license, it is about $2.40 per student, for a selected number of students it is about $16 per student, for just one student it is $160.

PROS: It is easy to use as all necessary tools are right at the top of the screen. Students can listen to text read aloud to them, annotate and highlight the text, and use text-to-speech to answer any questions the teacher assigns. It also has a screen contrast tool right on the toolbar. Finally, it has a visual dictionary so that students can highlight a word and see a picture of it while hearing audio of the definition.

CONS: Most of the features found in this extension can be found for free in the accessibility section of a Chromebook, so schools may be resistant to paying for this extension. Students will need personal headphones that work to access this feature without distracting students nearby.

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Pencil Grips are a very low tech assistive technology that can help the handwriting and fine motor skills of all students. These grips aid in the handwriting of both children and adults with or without disabilities. They are sold most places with office/ schools supplies and range from $2-$10 depending on how many you buy all together. This product is designed for any all people in order to help their handwriting and comfort when writing. The goal of Pencil Grips is to help with fine motor skills and handwriting for all individuals. I have always preferred to use Pencil Grips because it makes writing more comfortable. It is important to remember that every students has a preference which one they prefer depending on what is comfortable. There are many different types of Pencil Grips.

Pros: Aid in handwriting, low price, comfortable, different types for all people

Cons: small and easy to misplace

Many of my students like to use these and benefit from using them as well. I try and keep a basket in my room that is stocked with many different kinds.

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Sensory Hugs Weighted Vests - Jasmayne Scales

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Sensory Hugs Weighted Vests - Jasmayne Scales

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This low-tech assistive technology device is known as a weighted vest. This product can be viewed and purchased at especialneeds.com. There are various size options, ranging from X-small to X-large. The price range is $48.95-$99.95. Free shipping is offered with minimum purchase orders of $99.99 at this company's website. This product is ideally used for individuals with autism, ADD/ADHD, and SID to provide a sense of durability and comfort during sensory overload or stressful situations. The goal of this product is to provide an individual with "deep pressure stimulation" that induces a relaxing effect on the central nervous system and, thus, in the process, reduces sensory overload.

Pros: can assist with reflex maturity, body position awareness and coordination, balance, eye/hand coordination, spatial perception and hearing and speaking skills, processing food more effectively, encouraging better sleeping habits, and impacting interoception (the sense of the internal conditions of the body, including hunger, thirst, body temperature, etc.)

Cons: it could result in physical discomfort/distress; this added input may be more anxiety-provoking and may not be the right tool to utilize

Additional Product Information: It is essential to adjust the dimensions of the vest as well as the weight to meet the needs of each user of the vest

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The Posterior Walker supports mobility for individuals who need additional support with walking, primarily staying centered due to posture being asymmetrical. This Nimbo Posterior Walker comes in a range of sizes from X-Small to X-Large and ranges in costs from $243 to $403 depending on size. It can be viewed and ordered at especialneeds.com. It also has options to add more features for comfort such as seats and safety devices to help secure individuals into the device.

Pros: Walker provides independence, stability, safety features; different sizes available to match individual; additional features available for individual needs

Cons: Walkers can be large, creating issues for storage and transportation

Individuals who are otherwise confined to a wheelchair, have the opportunity to exercise their feet and legs allowing them more freedom without the fear of falling. Students love having the opportunity to move on their own by using this device.

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The name of this assistive technology device is a talking calculator. This AT device can be viewed and purchased at especialneeds.com. The cost is $13.95. This product is ideal for children or adults with visual difficulties or use in speech therapy. The goal of this product is to aid those with dyscalculia. It makes checking assignments, reading numbers/symbols, and performing calculations easier. While the talking calculator is a relatively simple tool, it offers an exceptional benefit for students who would otherwise struggle in math classes.

Pros: easy to use buttons, easily accessible for people with visual impairments, different volume settings capability

Cons: could be too distracting for individual assignments, too simple for more complicated math or science assignments, and blind individuals will not be able to access appropriately without braille functionality

Additional Product Information: The price is reasonable and should fit within most school budgets so that a classroom could have devices for each individual. The class could work in groups, but if working individually, there may need to be some way to control volume, which could become a distraction. The device is easy to pack and carry in a bag or by hand. It is not heavy or too oversized to store in a small space. This device would be easier to transport than a math textbook.

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There are a multitude of grips at this web site. www.activehands.com and the grips are good for any age range. The grips range from $3.95 to $400 for a gym pack of varying grips. Anyone with weak or dysfunctional hand muscles can benefit from these grips. The website states specifically; Arthritis, Brachial Plexus injury, Cerebal Palsy, Charcot Marie Tooth, limb difference, Multiple Sclerosis, Myositis, Nerve/Brain injury, spinal cord injury, Stroke, or tremors. The products were created by a man who experienced a spinal cord injury and wanted to be as independent as he could be. At first, these products were created for him. Then as people saw what he was using and how it was helping him, the interest grew and the company was created. PROS: products are well made and are currently used in a variety of places from the classroom to the ParaOlympics, products allow for optimal independence from the kitchen, to the closet and beyond. CONS: the products are a bit pricey, and there are no reviews of products on the website, but some on Google, the company is based in the UK so it can take at least 3 weeks for products to arrive in the USA.

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Active Hands make gripping aids that gently, yet firmly hold your hand into a gripping shape enabling you to hold tightly onto objects from hammers to garden tools; gym equipment to drumsticks; ski-outriggers to boat tillers; adaptive bike handles to musical instruments; and many more. Our gripping aids are designed so that the user can put them on independently. Our Small Item gripping aid is great for holding smaller items such as make-up brushes, personal care items, cutlery, pens and paintbrushes.

Our gripping aids are ideal for tetraplegic/quadriplegics, those with Cerebral Palsy, stroke recovery or any disability that affects hand function. Some of our products are also suitable for those with limb difference.

Active Hands can give you more freedom - take a look at our How to section to give you more ideas on how you can increase your independence using our gripping products.

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The Active Hands Company | Limited Mobility Gripping Aids

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Active Hands make gripping aids that gently, yet firmly hold your hand into a gripping shape enabling you to hold tightly onto objects from hammers to garden tools; gym equipment to drumsticks; ski-outriggers to boat tillers; adaptive bike handles to musical instruments; and many more.

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Visit the Link above to purchase or view this piece of AT (The cost is $29.95). This product is designed for people with disabilities that effect their function in their hands. Without much hand strength or grip cutting items can be very difficult. These scissors allow for more stability and allows for more precise cutting. The goal of the product is to allow people to be more independent with the daily living task of cutting or using scissors.

Pros: Independence, stability, inclusivity

Cons: Bulky and hard to transport, not as sharp

This device has become very helpful in my classroom!

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Designed for use by children with very limited strength and control, or for use one-handed. Available with a brightly coloured green plastic base which provides stability whilst keeping the product lightweight, or a solid wooden base to give ultimate stability. Simply push the paper or card along the base until in position, then push down the "T" shaped handle to cut. The hidden spring will automatically reopen the blades in readiness for the next cut. It is often advantageous to use the more dextrous hand to manipulate the paper whilst the more affected hand works the scissors.
Features:

Hidden Spring that automatically reopens the scissors after every cut

Large "T" shaped handle provides ease of use and good leverage

High quality stainless steel blade provides longevity and cuts paper with ease

Non-slip Dycem strips on the bottom for ultimate stability

Zip case for storage when scissors aren't in use

SPECIFICATIONS

Mounted Table Top Scissors Specifications

Scissor mounted on a plastic base with rubber non-slip feet

Suitable for use by those with only one functional hand

Stainless steel blades with guaranteed secure fixing to handle

Recommended for those with weak grip, tremors, or poor hand control

Additional Information

There is no additional info available.

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Make Paper and Material Cutting Easier For Children And Older Adults With The Stability of The Mounted Table Top Scissors. Shop eSpecial Needs Online For More!