Embracing Play and Modelling AAC with a Stage 1 GLP

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I think this clip demonstrates a few things we really strive for at HAEPI SLP: following the child's lead, embracing all play, and modelling without expectation both on AAC and verbal phrases for gestalt language processors.

The @gestaltgoodness cards shown were also a great addition - my kiddo loved listening to the child model via the QR code. Usually I stay completely away from flash cards with GLPs, but these ones are designed for the communication partners (not necessarily the child), so WE can remember to model naturally in play, and use easily mitigable phrases across contexts.

I also loved introducing the cards to school staff to further explain how we can model (!!!), because it takes a while to become natural for anyone new to GLP!

*I received these First Phrases cards as a gift, with no expectation to review. Just love them that much!*

by Halle Demchuk, SLP

Paediatric SLP | GLP-Trained Clinician | Owner of HAEPI SLP