AAC and Autism
Today ends my month blogging about Autism Awareness. I have found so many articles and links, however, that I will continue to post them from time to time. Because minimally verbal and non-verbal children with…
AAC
GoTalk
I love me my Go Talk 9+. This is a very simple 12 button voice output device. You record short messages for each button. There are 5 levels that can be saved (like 5 different…
Communication Bracelets
I just saw these communication bracelets yesterday for the first time, and I am so excited about them! They combine the trendy, jelly-type bracelets (think “livestrong”) with a (very) simple communication book. What a great…
Selective Mutism
A disclaimer: Selective Mutism is NOT a communication disorder. It is thought to be caused by severe anxiety and is therefore a mental health issue. I, however, currently work with two students with this diagnosis…
Single Button Messages
A low cost way of helping children speak single messages is through recording toys or “talking” buttons. These can be purchased at places like Radio Shack or other electronics stores. Single messages can help children…
BIGmack
I know. This product name reminds you of a certain hamburger at a popular fast food chain. But this device is actually a simple voice output device that can be used for cause and effect…
Picture Communication Boards
For most people, picture communication boards are one of the first forms of Augmentative Communication tried. These can be extremely simple: 2 pictures of breakfast cereals on a piece of paper. Then ask, “Which cereal…
High Tech AAC video
Wordless Wednesday will be for me to talk about one of my passion: Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ways to communicate without your larynx) Check out this incredible video of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) users…