AT Banter Episode 465 – Inclusive Play: Mandy Lau and Reach & Match

Large black text at the top reads “Episode 465,” followed by the title “Inclusive Play - Mandy Lau and Reach & Match” in white text on a black background. Below, a portrait of Mandy Lau, wearing round glasses and an orange, yellow, and brown collared sweater, appears alongside a colourful Reach & Match educational kit. The kit features red, yellow, green, and blue tactile mats, a round carrying case displaying the Reach & Match logo, and alphabet tiles with print letters and Braille. The AT Banter logo appears in the bottom-left corner.

What happens when inclusion is built into play from the very beginning? This week Rob and guest co-host Shawn Marsolais from Blind Beginnings welcome Mandy Lau, founder of Reach and Match, to explore how thoughtful design can bring children with and without disabilities together through play. Mandy shares how a university research project grew into a multisensory learning system featuring colourful, textured mats and sound-making tiles with print and Braille. From developing early learning skills to encouraging movement, communication, and teamwork, Reach and Match offers children different ways to learn and play together. Join us for a lively discussion about universal design, accessible play, and why inclusion works best when everyone gets to participate.

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Find out more about Reach & Match
https://reachandmatch.com

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