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Derwent Visual Art Blank Book | NDIS Fine Motor & Sensory Aid
Derwent Visual Art Blank Book | NDIS Fine Motor & Sensory Aid
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NDIS Goals & Independence
- Therapeutic Expression Aid: Offers a non-verbal medium for participants to process emotions and de-escalate anxiety through creative self-expression.
- Fine Motor Skill Development: Regular use of drawing tools helps build hand strength, coordination, and pencil control in participants with fine motor limitations.
- Lay-Flat Spiral Binding: Allows the diary to stay open on a flat surface, providing a stable, accessible workspace for users with tremors or limited limb mobility.
- Heavyweight 110gsm Pages: High-quality, durable paper prevents tearing and ink bleed, ensuring the participant’s therapeutic work is preserved with dignity and longevity.
- Sensory-Friendly Design: The matte paper texture and stable binding provide a predictable, non-glare environment that is gentle for participants with sensory hypersensitivity.
Supports That Work Together
Foster self-expression and refine fine motor control with the Derwent Academy Visual Art Diary. Classified as low cost assistive technology, this therapeutic sketchbook serves as a critical tool for NDIS participants using art as a medium for sensory regulation, cognitive development, or non-verbal communication.
Art therapy is a cornerstone of recovery for many participants, offering a way to process "big emotions" that cannot be easily articulated through speech. The Derwent Art Diary provides a stable, high-quality canvas for this essential work. Featuring heavyweight 110gsm paper, it resists bleeding and tearing, ensuring that a participant's creative efforts are preserved with dignity. The sturdy spiral binding allows the book to lay completely flat on a table or wheelchair tray, accommodating participants who experience tremors or limited dexterity, while the FSC-certified construction ensures an environmentally conscious and sensory-safe tactile experience.
How This Device Supports NDIS Participants
Emotional Regulation & Self-Expression:Provides a safe, open-ended medium for non-verbal participants to communicate feelings, reducing the anxiety associated with social interaction and verbal communication.
Fine Motor Skill Development:Practising drawing, shading, and colouring helps refine the intrinsic hand muscles, improving the precision and endurance required for everyday tasks like handwriting and using utensils.
Cognitive Focus (Mindfulness):Engaging in creative visual arts acts as a grounding technique, helping to calm an overstimulated nervous system and maintain attention for participants with ADHD or sensory sensitivities.
Accessible Formatting:The spiral-bound "lay-flat" design is specifically beneficial for users with upper-limb mobility limitations, as it provides a stable, non-folding writing surface that requires minimal physical effort to keep open.
Key Features & Benefits
Heavyweight 110gsm Paper:Provides a durable surface that resists tearing and ink bleed-through, giving participants the confidence to experiment with markers, pencils, or paints.
120-Page Capacity:Offers an extensive space for tracking progress in therapy, documenting visual schedules, or building a long-term creative portfolio.
Durable Spiral Binding:Ensures the diary lies flat when open, accommodating users who need a stable surface for one-handed drawing or painting.
Accessible A4 Dimensions:The standard size provides a generous surface area for those with visual processing needs or larger handwriting, making it easy to map out visual thoughts clearly.
FSC Certified Sustainability:Manufactured using responsibly sourced materials, offering a high-quality, reliable product that aligns with ethical standards.
Meticulous Specifications
Product Type:Visual Art Diary / Therapeutic Sketchbook
Brand:Derwent Academy
Size:A4
Binding:Spiral (Lay-Flat)
Page Count:60 Sheets (120 Pages)
Paper Weight:110 gsm (Heavyweight)
Certification:FSC Certified (Sustainable materials)
Surface Finish:High-quality, non-glare paper
Package Includes
1 x Derwent Academy Visual Art Diary (A4)
Funding & Eligibility
This product is designed to support daily living goals and is generally compliant with Core - Consumables funding.
- Support Item Name: Low Cost AT - Personal Care And Safety
- Support Item Number:
03_090000911_0103_1_1 - Budget Category: Core - Consumables
How to Order:
- Plan Managed: Add to cart and select "NDIS Checkout". This generates a formal tax invoice for your Plan Manager to pay via email.
- Self Managed: Purchase online for an instant tax invoice, or use "NDIS Checkout" if you prefer an invoice to upload to the MyPlace portal before paying.
- NDIA (Agency) Managed: Use the "NDIS Checkout" to generate a quote. We will then arrange a service booking (endorsement might be required).
*Participant's funding eligibility is subject to their individual NDIS plan goals.