If your toddler has autism and isn’t talking yet — or has just a few words — it can be hard to know where to start. The good news: some of the most effective strategies are simple, everyday habits that both parents and teachers can use, backed by research. Here’s the full series, all in
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If you’re a parent or teacher supporting a child who isn’t communicating with words yet — or is just getting started — a core vocabulary board can open up a whole new way to connect. Core words are the small set of words that make up most of what we say every day: go, stop,
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A practical first-steps guide for parents and teachers introducing AAC to a young child. Why It Works If your 3-year-old isn’t talking much yet, it’s natural to want to wait and see. But research shows starting AAC (augmentative and alternative communication — think picture boards, symbol cards, or simple speech-generating apps) early doesn’t hold speech
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One of the most common fears parents and teachers share about a nonverbal toddler with autism is this: “If I give her pictures or sign language, will she ever talk?” The research says the opposite is true. Why It Works Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) — things like picture cards, sign language, or a simple
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