How To Support Pragmatic Language Development as a Parent or Caregiver
Many individuals with autism or development disabilities have pragmatic language delays or disorders. Read more to find out how to support their development in this area!
Special Populations
Music: Best of... Therapy Tools! September 2020
Explore how we use music in a variety of ways in our sessions! We love music as a reinforcer, something to request or comment about, and as a topic of conversation.
Pragmatic Language Resources
This is a free (our favorite) resource containing activities for targeting pragmatic language goals, including both verbal and nonverbal skills. This includes initiating communication, eye contact, and maintaining a conversation
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.
Communication Community's Q & A with Amy Chea, MPA
Amy Chea, MPA, works for LIIF, a community development financial institution. She answers our questions about her role in providing funding to early care and education providers and so much more.
Using AAC Devices in Changing Times
The silver lining of this pandemic? Using AAC devices in changing times means using AAC devices in natural contexts and for very meaningful and purposeful ways.
What is Executive Functioning, and Why is it Important?
Executive functioning involves attention, information processing, flexible and purposeful behavior, and goal setting. We use our executive functions all day every day, which is why they are important skills to develop.
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