Now that you have your input device and switch kit, test it out with some games!
Our open-source Scratch game library supports a variety of switch access skills, including cause-and-effect, two-switch control, scanning, communication, and sensory exploration. Games can be customized to meet individual accessibility needs, including visual contrast, colors, sounds, and timing.
Category: Momentary
Purpose: Practice cause-and-effect by activating a switch to make Bluey dance and play music.
Controls: Effect for the duration of **spacebar** press.
Category: Single switch
Purpose: Practice cause-and-effect and visual attention by creating and popping bubbles.
Controls: Use the spacebar or tap the game screen to make a bubble appear.
Category: Two switches
Purpose: Practice controlling two different actions with two separate switches.
Controls: Left arrow starts the truck. Right arrow stops the truck.
Category: Multiple switch
Purpose: Explore sounds and music-making through switch activation.
Controls: Use all four arrow keys, space bar, and mouse click to play the piano.
Category: Multiple switches
Purpose: An example of a communication board that can be created with Bluey's family tree.
Controls: Touch characters or use right arrow for dad, up arrow for mom, and right arrow for sister.
Category: Scanning
Purpose: Practice automatic scanning, timing, and selection skills.
Controls: Press the spacebar or touch the screen when the selector reaches the desired egg.
If Scratch is not working for you, you can also access these simple cause-and-effect sensory activities below. These activities are designed to be used with a switch and provide immediate feedback when the switch is activated.