Articles
Resonance Boards
By David Brown
This introductory article includes detailed instructions for building a resonance board, how to introduce it to a child, and other topics.
Items for Use with the Resonance Board
By Kathee Scoggin
This list is just a start. Use your imagination to think of items that might be interesting to a particular child.
| PhoneHair ribbons with bellsTissue paperFingernail brushes
Jingle bells Stuffed animal Measuring spoons Mylar pom pom Car keys Blocks with bells inside Cultural items Aluminum pans |
Hair dryerNail polishJewelryToothbrush
Hairbrush, comb Mirror Plate, cup, bowl, spoon, fork Musical instruments Salt shaker with beads inside Pair of glasses/ glasses case CDs Cooking utensils |
Placement of Items on the Resonance Board
By Kathee Scoggin
By placing the same objects in the same location on the resonance board in relation to the child’s starting position, you’re increasing the likelihood that he will develop “spatial memory” for those objects.
Step 1: Introduce child to the resonance board. (Refer to David Brown’s article above for guidance.)
Step 2: Then add items.
Learn More About Dr. Lilli Nielsen
Lilli Nielsen originally promoted the use of resonance boards with children with visual impairment and other disabilities. This website contains additional information.