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Learning how to choose with kids TV shows

Learning how to choose with kids TV shows

For some of us making a choice is really easy.  I always know what my preference is and I rarely have an issue … View Post
Reviews
PECS® Schedule Board Kit – Review

PECS® Schedule Board Kit – Review

I have been using visual aids with my kids for a while now and they both also use PECS to communicate. It took me … View Post
Speech and Language
How to use Signing to Support Communication

How to use Signing to Support Communication

Language can be difficult for many different reasons and that is why using visual aids for young children and those with communication challenges is … View Post
Therapy and Resources
15 Children’s books that are perfect for story play

15 Children’s books that are perfect for story play

Tomorrow is World Book Day (5.03.2020) so I wanted to share our 15 favourite books for story play. Reading is so important for kids and it … View Post
Reviews
PECS Storybook Activity Kit – Brown Bear Review

PECS Storybook Activity Kit – Brown Bear Review

The Picture Exchange Communication System® (PECS®) is my 6 year old’s main form of communication as he is non or pre-verbal (… View Post
Therapy and Resources
Christmas Activities for Autistic Children

Christmas Activities for Autistic Children

Christmas is one of my favourite times of year.   A great way for small children to learn about Christmas is to have … View Post
Speech and Language
PECS Universal NO Page – Review

PECS Universal NO Page – Review

I use the Picture Exchange Communication System / PECS® with both my boys. My 6 year old is non-verbal and PECS® is his main … View Post
Speech and Language
Teaching my non verbal son to read

Teaching my non verbal son to read

It is easy to assume that my non verbal autistic 6 year old can’t do certain things like read or spell. However speaking … View Post
Reviews
PECS Large Communication Book – Review

PECS Large Communication Book – Review

Regular readers will know I am a PECS® fan. PECS® is the Picture Exchange Communication System, an alternative communication system regularly used … View Post
Speech and Language
What is PECS and how to use it to communicate with your child

What is PECS and how to use it to communicate with your child

The Picture Exchange Communication System® / PECS® is an alternative communication system developed to support autistic students with communication difficulties. Find out … View Post