Developmental

Question 1

What would help promote development in a visually impaired child?

Answer 1

1. Play with toys with hard, shiny surfaces
   - Children w/ visual impairment rely on other senses to develop understanding of environment around them e.g. different textures
2. Use auditory cues eg wind chimes
3. Provide full description of all objects
4. Engage in play with auditory and touch experiences, using a mirror with lights for visual coordination
   - Mirrors help with visuo-spatial development
5. Avoid sudden light changes - very sensitive to light

Question 2

What would help promote development in a hearing impaired child?

Answer 2

1. Provide visual cues
2. Maintain eye contact while speaking
3. Use toys that make sounds and vibrate
4. Teach rhymes to help develop language skills

Question 3

Fine motor skills for a 5 year old

Answer 3

Thread a large-eyed needle
Counts fingers on one hand using index finger of other hand
Copies a triangle
Draws a person with head, eyes, nose, mouth, body and legs