Our blog brings together real experiences and everyday ideas from the world of AAC. From play-based activities to problem-solving tips, each post is written to inform, inspire and connect.
Whether you’re a parent, practitioner or AAC user, you’ll find insights that reflect your journey and support communication in daily life.
As teachers, we often talk about Assess, Plan, Do, Review. It sounds simple, but the real skill is making it work for a child in front of you, in a way that is motivating, meaningful, and realistic for everyday life.…...
Over the past few months, I have been developing my understanding of Language Acquisition Through Motor Planning (LAMP). In November, I attended a LAMP workshop in Leeds, followed by Moving Forward with LAMP on iOS in December. More recently, I…...
Over the past few weeks, I have been spending a lot of time talking about values. Through a social enterprise training programme with Community First Yorkshire and conversations with case managers, I have been reflecting on what truly sits underneath…...
This is a question that comes up for parents who are beginning to explore high-tech AAC. Sometimes it is framed around a particular diagnosis, for example, “How do I set up an AAC device for my child with autism?” In…...
Northallerton Mencap | January to March From January, AAC and Me will be running a new AAC and Assistive Technology Drop-In at Northallerton Mencap. This is a free, three-month pilot, designed to explore whether there is a need for regular…...
Last week I was asked to adapt a remote-control toy so that a child could operate it using eye gaze. The toy was a Power Puppy, a small robotic dog with a remote control that lets it perform different tricks…...
Running commentary is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to support your child’s communication. By talking about what is happening in play, and modelling key words on your child’s AAC system, you help them understand language, find words…...
A refresher on TD Snap and why it’s one of my go-to AAC tools. From the Motor Plan filter to inclusive symbol sets and classroom access through TD Snap for Schools, here’s what stood out from the latest Tobii Dynavox…...
Exploring how Clicker supports inclusive literacy. This autumn writing activity shows how technology can help pupils plan, write and express ideas confidently, while reducing barriers for those who find handwriting or organisation challenging....
Early access to AAC can transform how children connect, learn and communicate. I have seen this first-hand through my work with children like Lottie, who began using an eye-gaze device, the Grid Pad 13, before starting school. When we first…...
