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This AAC handout is ideal for use with caregivers of children who use AAC and the professionals who support them, such as school staff and other therapists. This resource covers: Page One: The importance of providing consistent access and learning opportunities (Access + Learning Cycles)Page Two: Response to the common concern: "But they're just stimming!"Why a child might be 'stimming' on their deviceWhat to do if a child is repetitive with their deviceRespond to all communication to build mea

Use this resource to scaffold and support understanding of 'who' and 'what-doing' questions, then combine your responses into a simple present progressive sentence. Ideal for:Clients who have difficulty differentiating between different wh- questions Clients who need support and structure to create simple present progressive sentencesIncluded:This resource includes 3 examples/pages for each of the following verbs: sleep, eat, drink, swim, run. Suggested use: Print out blank sheets and fill them

This AAC handout is ideal for use with caregivers of children who use AAC and the professionals who support them, such as school staff and other therapists. This resource covers: Practical tips to improve AAC access and use in the school day, including:Using a reminder on attendance sheets to get the device out of the backpackCreating a 'home base' for the device Providing low-tech alternatives ....and more! This resource is one page, provided in two different formats (colorful

Introducing the use of picture exchange as a way to communicate may seem simple at first glance - but we know that it is far more complex than it seems! Use this page to help caregivers learn how to be effective communication partners and how to help their child understand how and why to use picture exchange. This resource covers: Physical and Environmental Set-upClinician and Caregiver RolesBuilding Interest and MotivationTips on Selecting Motivating ItemsStep-by-step Guide of the Exchange Proc

This caregiver coaching handout is ideal for use with caregivers of children who are not yet using spoken language, or are using very limited spoken language. This fun and practical guide gives explicit examples and rationales. This resource covers: The importance and rationale of using fun sounds and gesturesHow to increase use of these in your everyday lifeExamples for various categories, including:AnimalsVehiclesSongsFacial ExpressionsAnd More! Terms of Use & Disclaimer Thank you for choosing

This caregiver coaching handout is ideal to support engagement and language development in young children. This resource covers: Why many children benefit from hearing music throughout the dayWhy daily routines are an excellent place to startWhat incorporating music may impact - including engagement, vocabulary, and participation in routinesHow to begin incorporating more songs throughout the dayRoutines covered include: Getting DressedPlaying and Moving / ActionsCleaning UpWashingGoing Somewher

This AAC Activity Page is designed to be used during a bath time play activity. It is designed to used with farm animals, but can be modified to be used with a variety of different items. This is a great companion for clients who enjoy (or are working on) animal play, pretend play, water play, daily living routines (washing/bathing), simple vocabulary, and/or simple word combinations. It can be used in connection with books or songs about bathing or during play. These AAC Activity Pages can be