Learning from Home - Resources

Parents may want to use some of the apps that provide stories read aloud.

• Read me Stories by LearningWorks

• You can also find stories read in sign language. Examples are: Baobob by VL2, Hairy McClary, and Danny the Dragon

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The following web sites provide searchable lists of apps or software applications for students with disabilities:​

• DyslexiaHelp (University of Michigan)

• Bridging Apps (division of Easter Seals)

The PaTTAN website provides a wealth of information for learning from home. This is just one of the many useful links.

• Family resources for learners with complex needs.

Interactive games and videos https://pbskids.org/

RMU has collected some resources for children and these can be found on our Education web page under RMU Recommends: Online K-12 Activities

Trees Network Scholars have created read aloud videos of books with characters including children with disabilities. Check them out! 

Nathan's Wish

Becky The Brave 

The Storm 

The Deaf Musicians 

Parents can make a class and assign students work. This focuses on reading and comprehension 

https://www.readworks.org/

Consider using technology to help support reading aloud.

• These are some books read by famous actors, Storyline Online  

• Just Books Read Aloud

• This link will take you to a list of books read by the authors.

• Deaf Access Services posts videos of stories read aloud with accompanying sign translations.

Toy theater is a game center where students can practice math through games. https://toytheater.com/

Free site that allows students to practice their typing. https://www.typingclub.com/

The University of Kansas has compiled some distance education resources for special education (the site is very easy to navigate).

Parents and students can play interactive games and activities to promote spelling. https://wordwall.net/