Communication
School Key Signs booklet: the signs which we use most frequently in school across all ages and classes.
Basic Makaton: signing booklet with information about using Makaton with your child
Core vocabulary boards – stage 1 , stage 2 , stage 3 , stage 4 , stage 5 . Some children are using these at school – if you are unsure if your child is using them or which stage they are at please ask.
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Widgit online – FREE 21 day trial Free 30 day access to resources (code: WIDGIT30) These are the symbols we use in school to support understanding and communication. You can make and print your own version at home and there are lots of pre-made resources to download as well. |
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Makaton signing resources
You will need to sign up for a free account to access the resources available, some of which are free. There is a range of sign supported games, resources and songs (including the signs for some nursery rhymes) |
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Singing Hands https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSgfqkristwvJft3BNN-NYQ Loads of Makaton signed songs etc. |
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Speech express ideas Range of ideas for speech and language practice at home |
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PECS (Picture exchange communication system) symbols Symbols for food, activities (including a now and next board) and songs. Information about PECS can be found here: https://pecs-unitedkingdom.com/pecs/ |
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Using intensive interaction - 3C’s of Rapport-based Communication https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KeiV-gy-yKw&feature=youtu.be Information from Matthew Laurie about Intensive interaction. This is a strategy we use in school with many of our children. |
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Key.comm has a page of resources for parents and families to use at home https://keycommaac.wordpress.com/parents-and-families-using-aac-at-home-welcome/ This includes low tech communication options, with coronavirus specific boards, some information for parents and symbol joke books. They also post a weekly AAC activity. |
