Tech for Tykes

New item alert! We’re continuing to expand the Tech for Tykes loan library inventory! Recently, we added the Musical Fan Switch with Lights. This device provides a host of engaging sensory experiences, with its fan, music, and lights. It can be used on its own or as an external switch for switch-adapted items. To learn more about this item, follow this link, click the search icon (the magnifying glass with ‘Search’ below it), and type in the name of the device: https://swaaac.goalexandria.com/

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No age is too young to introduce AAC!

Every child has something to say. Every single one. For children who have complex communication needs, AAC — Augmentative and Alternative Communication — is the tool that makes their voice heard. Whether it's a symbol-based app, a speech-generating device, or a picture board, AAC gives children the power to express their thoughts, their needs, and their whole selves.

Assistive Technology is... telling you what I think. 💛

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