Practical guides and resources for parents, caregivers, and therapists.
A few hundred core words make up about 80% of everything we say. Teaching a child words like 'more' and 'stop' unlocks more communication than a hundred picture-nouns. Here is where to start.
Read more →Childhood apraxia of speech means the thoughts are there but the words get stuck. Here is how AAC gives them a reliable way out, and why it supports speech rather than replacing it.
Read more →A comparison of the best free AAC apps for iPad in 2026. See which apps are genuinely free - no subscriptions, no hidden costs - starting with SpeakPad.
Read more →If you already have boards built in CoughDrop, CBoard, or another AAC app, you do not have to rebuild them to try a different tool. Open Board archives (.obz) bundle .obf boards and images so you can move board sets between apps.
Read more →A practical parent guide to choosing an AAC app for autism on iPad, including what to compare and how to choose quickly.
Read more →Finding the right AAC app for a toddler can be overwhelming. We break down the top options to help you choose the best fit for your child's communication needs.
Read more →The first few weeks with an AAC device set the tone for how your child will relate to this new communication tool. This guide walks you through practical, evidence-based strategies for introducing AAC.
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