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AsTeRICS Grid: FREE Augmented & Alternative Communication app.

At its heart, AsTeRICS Grid is a multiplatform web communicator. Think of it as a customizable digital board that uses pictograms, images, and text to help individuals express themselves. The “Grid” part refers to its flexible layout system – you can create communication boards with cells containing words, phrases, or symbols that, when activated, speak out loud.

Communication & Language / Daily Living Skills (Self-Help) / Parents / Therapists

Visual Boards Routine: Calm Your Home & Boost Communication

Using these boards at home doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s all about weaving them into your daily routines. Here are a few examples:

Example 1: The “What Do You Want?” Board (Requests)

Let’s say it’s snack time. Instead of just asking, “What snack do you want?” and potentially getting frustrated if your child struggles to answer verbally, you can use a simple board with pictures of available snacks: apple slices, crackers, yogurt.

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