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Best iPad Apps List Suggested by Parents
It is no secret that many Angels LOVE their iPad. Some learn faster than others and that’s ok. There are some Angels that are not the least bit interested in using an ipad. Sometimes finding the right app is all you need to spark interest and help them develop a longer attention span. It will also motivate them to practice using their index finger. Here is a list that we have compiled from fellow parents. Many of these apps are FREE! In a recent poll the most popular app for Angels is YouTube! There is a plethora of content on YouTube. One thing parents can do is create an account…
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Angels and their iPads
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10 Ways to Prepare for Back to School
By Jodi M. Duke, Ed.D. Special Education Advocate www.jodidukeadvocacy.com It’s that time of year again! It is hard to believe that summer is already winding down, and “Back to School” time is upon us! In order to help you and your child with Angelman Syndrome have the best year possible, I’ve assembled a list of 10 ways to prepare for back to school. 1. Create a one-page profile of your child to share with teachers and other school staff. I like to think of what a child would normally tell his or her new teachers during the first days of school and include as much of that information as possible…
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Angels in Action – Lukas
Celebrating the Abilities of our Angels By Angela Humble Tucker, Mom to Lukas age 15 It’s hard to believe that we have a 15 year old son. Our son does not do all the typical things that a 15 year old would be doing such as video games, hanging out with friends, talking on the phone (or I guess texting), or competing in High School sports. Instead we have a 15 year old boy who has Angelman Syndrome which brings with it limitations such as non-verbal, limited mobility, cognitive delays, and more issues that would take up too much space to list. Our 15 year old boy Lukas however smiles more…
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Angels in Action – Rylee’s Story
Celebrating the Abilities of our Angels By Keisha Tipton, Mom to Rylee, age 9 As a parent who has been injected into disability culture through a loved one, I feel we also have a separate and unique Angelman Syndrome culture. Our Angelman family is accepting, supportive, and non-judgmental; a culture that we are all proud of sharing with one another. Yes, we have trials and tribulations to overcome, but we are far from alone in this journey. We build each other up with words of encouragement and support. Each family goes through our own experiences. I’d like to take a moment to share with you our story. A story that…
