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Joan L. Green, a speech-language pathologist in Potomac and the author of "The Ultimate Guide to Assistive Technology in Special Education," shares some of her favorite iPad apps for kids with special needs. These are the most expensive versions of the apps because they have the most options for individualizing them to a child's particular needs. In some cases, there are less expensive versions. These apps cost far more than most, but they are cheaper than traditional communication systems and equipment that parents of kids with special needs may have bought in the past.

"Practicing safety is a must with anyone who goes online, but with kids it is especially important. This tutorial will discuss the threats your kids may encounter while online and show you how protect them and talk to them about being safe and responsible. "

Ansel and Clair's Adventures in Africa is everything an educational kids app should be.  The app is truly spectacular with animations, quests, puzzles, games, excellent graphics, fantastic storyline and plenty of ways for kids to engage in play and learning.  Ansel and Clair's Adventures in Africa was designed for kids aged 4-9. 

If you're looking for a kid-friendly website to direct your students to during centers, tech tools to assign to your students who need extra help (or want extra work), or new tools to engage your students in learning, this website is for you! This website features a collection of free, kid-safe, online resources categorized by subject, grade level, and standard (adapted from DC Public Schools Learning Standards).

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A clearinghouse of applications, lessons and experiences using the iPad in the classroom. The intention is that all apps listed have been tested and recommended by teachers using them. Great resource for educational use of the iPad. Geared toward the classroom but still a great resource for anyone with an iPad and kids.

New touchscreen and mobile devices offer an opportunity to connect with children in a new way educationally. The interactivity of these devices provide a unique way to encourage and motivate a multitude of learners. Though the app market is dominated by Apple, the Android store is growing rapidly. As the educational (and worldwide) trend moves towards personalized and mobile learning, finding the right apps for kids becomes an important task. CBS This Morning recently quoted a new study that said that apps are second only to e-mail and texting in terms of what we use phones for. Let's take advantage of the popularity!

"Newer social apps make it easier, faster, and more fun to capture and share fleeting moments -- sometimes anonymously. These temporary and anonymous-messaging apps provide an environment that feels more appropriate to the random, silly, saucy, and experimental sides of the average teenager. Perhaps most importantly to teens, these apps can feel consequence-free. But of course they're not. Data never really disappears, and anonymity carries big risks. If you don't recognize the apps your kid is currently obsessing over, here's what you need to know:"

Site lists and reviews many kid-centric apps. iPhone Apps, iPad Apps, & Android Apps

PBS Brings Award-Winning Content to App Store | Mac|Life free from app store

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Best iPad Apps for Kids | Educational iPad Apps - A4CWSN.com Mostly paid apps, but a good resource to help see what is available

Lesson plans & videoas for students in grades k-12

At the following list you will find training games for children and browsers that are completely customizable so you can limit and control your children's access on the internet. You will also find news updating, and communication applications so you can stay in touch at all times. 

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