[blindkid] Playground strategies for low-vision 5 yr. old

[Carol Castellano]

A few things that worked when Serena was young--she brought in a Zoom 
ball--don't know if they're around any more but they were fun.  Also, 
a beep ball and a jump rope with beads on it.  We taught her how to 
play the games that other kids were playing, such as what was called 
Chinese jumprope and the various hand clapping games.  When she was 
in 3rd grade or so, the kids starting organizing kickball 
games.  This became a great thing, because it was easy to include a 
blind kid.
Carol

At 12:54 PM 1/25/2009, you wrote:
>I would love some ideas or strategies other folks have used to help their
>low-vision or blind kids interact on the playground.  I have a 5 year old in
>'regular' kindergarten and recess is pretty challenging so far this year.
>Emilia is a twin, so she has had a ready-made playmate her whole life.  She
>also tends to be on the quiet side.  I am starting to schedule play dates
>with other kids in her class, but moving quickly on the playground in not
>her forte (she is a very grounded kid - in more ways than one!).  Her
>teacher is not helpful at all, but I am starting to work with the school
>counselor and would love any input from parents who have been there.
>Thanks!
>
>
>
>- Sarah Sims
>
>   Boise, ID
>
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