A research-based, parent-friendly handout that explains why forcing speech and/or AAC use with "say..." is not beneficial and what to do instead. Created for speech therapists, teachers, aids, and parents of minimally verbal children, and AAC users. This one-page education handout helps caregivers understand: ✔️ Why forcing speech can increase frustration, decrease motivation, and reduce communication ✔️ How autistic and nonverbal children truly learn language ✔️ What to say and do instead using