Christmas-Themed Scavenger Hunt
Work on receptive, expressive, and pragmatic language as you use this themed scavenger hunt at home, in school, or with books and videos. Can also be used by individuals who use high tech AAC devices.
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How to Use AAC During the Holidays
Core words, fringe words, social questions all have a place in special events and celebrations! Photos, jokes, music, and more messages are additional ways an individual can use their high tech AAC device to interact with others during the holidays, too.
How to Choose Fringe Words
Selecting fringe words for individual's AAC devices should be thoughtful and intentional. The process includes considering how the vocabulary will be used, as well as their culture, environments, and communication partners.
What are Fringe Words?
Fringe words, also known as fringe vocabulary, refer to words specific to a topic, individual, or environment. While core words make up about 80% of our everyday language. fringe words make up about 20% of it.
AAC System Ownership: Why is it important?
One's ownership of their AAC system (think: speech generating devices, core words boards, etc.) is essential to the individual user. We break down why and how we as SLPs and caregivers can encourage ownership and corresponding operational competencies.