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How to Create Sentences: A Beginners Guide for AAC

Communication boards are essential tools in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) used to support individuals with speech and language differences. For those unfamiliar with AAC, creating sentences using core words on a communication board might seem daunting.

Revealing The Impact Of Communication Boards In Lowell, MA

July marks Parks and Recreation Month, a time to celebrate the vibrant public spaces. We turn our focus on Lowell, Massachusetts, where an innovative approach to inclusivity has made a significant positive impact on the community.

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How To Create Genuine Connections:Powerful Impact of Communication Boards

young man with cochlear implant pointing to a message on a playground communication board.

Playground communication boards have emerged as a powerful solution to bridge the gap and facilitate meaningful relationships, especially for individuals with communication challenges.

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How To Increase ADA Compliance: Communication Boards

In the realm of ADA compliance for playgrounds, it’s crucial to prioritize communication boards alongside physical accessibility. While physical access is essential, integrating communication boards significantly enhances playground inclusivity for individuals with disabilities.

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Increase Playground Accessibility For Everyone

Access to playgrounds in more than physical. This week’s blog focuses on access for everyone.

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Daylight Saving Time: How to Helping Children Adjust

Tips to help children adjust to the time change.

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Expressions of Love – Give Everyone a Voice

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Giving everyone a voice to express their love on Valentine’s Day does not have to be hard.

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Build Compassion In Our Community : Understand AAC Better

Learn how understanding the use of AAC can build a community of compassionate accepting individuals.

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How To Make Sure Inclusive Playgrounds Have What They Need

Inclusive playgrounds create an environment of acceptance for all children. When designing a playground it is important to include the key elements.

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Talking & Growing: New Year’s Resolutions for Speech Therapy

A brand new year is days away, and that means we get a chance to make some new resolutions! This year, let’s think about making some special resolutions for speech therapy.

Practice Every Day:

One resolution could be to practice your speech exercises every day. Turn practice into playing a game. The more you practice, the better you will become!

Use My Special Words:

Use the special words your speech therapist teaches you as much as possible. These words help you talk smoothly, and they make you feel super proud!

Speak Slowly and Clearly:

Work on speaking slowly and clearly. This way, everyone can understand you when you talk.

Tell More Stories:

Make a resolution to tell more stories or help your child tell more stories. Share your adventures, dreams, and funny moments. It’s a fun way to practice talking.

Ask Questions:

Ask more questions and join in conversations. Questions help you learn new things, and it’s a cool way to make friends!

Read Out Loud:

Reading out loud is like a speech party! Pick your favorite books and read them to friends, family, or even to a pet. It’s great practice!

Be Patient and Positive:

Sometimes, it might feel tricky, but you might want to promise to be patient. Stay positive and celebrate even the small wins. Every step is a step forward!

Thank Your Speech Helpers:

We help each other, and this year, thank your speech buddies. We’re in this together!

Try New Sounds:

Be adventurous and try new speech sounds. It’s like a fun challenge to make your speech even more awesome!

Celebrate Progress:

At the end of each month, celebrate the progress you’ve made. Maybe treat yourself to something special. Yay for progress!

So there you go, friends! These speech therapy resolutions are yours for the taking. Let’s make it an amazing year of talking, growing, and reaching new speech goals together. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!

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**Practice Every Day:**

**Use My Special Words:**

**Speak Slowly and Clearly:**

**Tell More Stories:**

**Ask Questions:**

**Read Out Loud:**

**Be Patient and Positive:**

**Thank Your Speech Helpers:**

**Try New Sounds:**

**Celebrate Progress:**

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