Discusses various issues related to use of microcomputers by preschool aged children, indicating that computers encourage social interaction among the youngsters. Also indicates a lack of research on the extent computers can be used to build developmental and cognitive skills in these children. Guidelines for selecting software for preschools are…

Described is a new computer language called LOGO and the use of personal computers with very young children at Dallas' Lamplighter School where computers are everywhere--one in each preschool and kindergarten room, two in each elementary classroom, and two in each shared space. (KC)

A computer program entitled "Story Time" encourages preschool children to use the important language skills that develop during the first 3 or 4 years of life to create and print original stories. Although the computer does not write the stories, it aids the children in the creation of stories by prompting them with questions. In order to use the…

This discussion of funding for assistive technology devices for children with disabilities addresses how to locate community funding sources, set priorities, increase peoples' awareness of technological applications, and encourage parental involvement. An annotated bibliography lists seven items on funding, and a chart shows an example of an…

Six young children with cerebral palsy received motor skills instruction across two conditions: adaptive positioning and behavioral teaching procedures, and the same procedures plus computer assistance and response-contingent toys. The computer-mediated package increased the children's general level of engagement and motor skills and brought about…

This guide presents low tech solutions that have worked for some people with disabilities or their parents. Twenty-one ideas are offered to give children with physical disabilities more opportunities for play and art. Examples include recycling stuffed animals into puppets, punching a hole in top of playing cards to accommodate a mouth stick, and…