CATCHING WITH A VISUAL IMPAIRMENT

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CHRIS SMITH PLC JANUARY 25,

Tips for Teaching a Visually Impaired Student to Catch

Put an emphasis on verbal instructions Go from less difficult skills of catching to more difficult skills. Break down the skills to their component parts.
For example, begin by bouncing a ball to the child from a short distance away. Gradually increase the distance. Then decrease the distance again, but 5/7/12 eliminate the bounce. Finally, increase

Tips for Teaching a Visually Impaired Student to Catch

Slow down the action

Instead of using a regular ball, a large and brightly colored balloon can be used.

Use proper lighting and color contrast

A ball can be taped with bright yellow/orange fluorescent tape, so that it contrasts with the floors or walls. Be aware that some things may be visually 5/7/12 distracting for the child. Some children

Beeper Balls

Types of Equipment for Catching for Visually Impaired Students

Loud electronic sounds provide auditory clues to help catch

Velcro Chest Vest and Velcro Ball Multi-colored beach balls Jingle Bell Balls Large foam balls Nerf balls Ball 5/7/12 of Yarn