Communication boards are considered a form of low tech AAC. They can be used in conjunction with other AAC systems (like high tech) or in isolation. We discuss tools that you can use to make communication boards yourself, further considerations, and additional free premade options.
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What a child plays with, how they play, and who they play with change and develop as their development progresses. Play skills are important, as are quality play skills goals.
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Figurative language goals can be used in speech-language therapy and in the classroom. Check out our goal bank featuring receptive, expressive, and literacy skill areas.
Figurative language is a form of expression that uses nonliteral meanings to convey a more abstract meaning or message. There are many types, including: similes, metaphors, idioms, hyperboles, and personification.
Early intervention (EI) programs provide services for children 0 - 3 who are at risk or have a developmental delay or disability. We provide details about who can receive services, what they involve, where they can take place, and why they are important for the success of children and families.
Read about 7 essential tips for SLPs who want to feel ready for a successful school year. Our Premium Community offers time-saving, stress-reducing tools designed to make you fall in love with being an SLP again. We also include access to a handful of freebies in our FREE Open Community.
Core words or core vocabulary refers to the language that we use most frequently in our day-to-day communication. Reading books is a great way to teach core words; find a great list of books for learning them in this post!
