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Tangible Symbol Systems

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Working with children and adults who have severe communication disorders presents its own set of challenges. The goal of this resource is to provide educators, parents, and guardians with research-based suggestions for how to meet these challenges.

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autism, non-verbal communication, symbols

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classroom support

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  • Use the suggestions to collect materials that can be used to add variety to the activities

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  • Designed for teachers, clinicians, and family members of children and adults with severe communication disorders to help them develop communication and cognitive skills
  • The complete system, including assessments and instructional materials and a 75-minute video, are available for purchase

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  • The 59-page packet includes an introduction to the system, an explanation of the terminology used, images, examples, activities, teaching suggestions, and templates

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