by Molly Kolstad | Feb 8, 2021 | AAC, Autism, General information, Speech & Language
A speech generating device (SGD) is an electronic device that can help individuals with speech impairments communicate. Any individual, child or adult, who has limited verbal speech can use a SGD. With children, we commonly use SGDs for children with Autism, Down...
by emerge | Jun 8, 2020 | AAC, Parenting, Reading, Speech & Language
Literacy is a great way to build language with all children, including children who use augmentative and alternative communication methods. Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is an umbrella term used to describe forms of communication that are not verbal...
by emerge | Nov 19, 2018 | AAC, Autism, General information, Parenting, Social Skills, Speech & Language
Did you know that 85% of spoken language is comprised of just 250-350 words? When you are using Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) with your child, make sure that you are getting the “most bang for your buck” by teaching them words that are flexible....
