Example of getting ready for recess planner

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Example of an arrival schedule for a child with special needs

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Copy and paste link to see my brochure on CLICK 8

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Communication boards

 

You might be thinking, what do all of these images mean and how is it relevant to communicating? Well above is an example of a communication board. A communication board is a great way of supporting children with intellectual/learning disabilities, especially those who have limited verbal abilities.

As you can see there are a variety of symbols and pictures, a child will communicate their needs, thoughts and preferences through pointing to the relevant picture or symbol. 

Communication boards help facilitate with

INDEPENDANCE 

SOCIAL INTERACTION

REDUCING BEHAVIOURAL CHALLENGES 

INCREASED AUTONOMY  

VIDEO

TAKE A LOOK AT THE FOLLOWING VIDEO TO GAIN A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF HOW TO USE A COMMUNCATION BOARD IN THE CLASSROOM. 

Bliss Symbols!

 

What are bliss symbols?

Bliss symbols are a constructed language that was created by Charles K Bliss. (1987-1989) Bliss symbols were created so that everyone, despite their language is able to understand it.

The image above shows examples of what bliss symbols look like and what they represent.

There are 100 basic symbols and no use of sound. Bliss symbols can be combines endlessly to form new concepts.

It is important to note that bliss symbols represent a concept and not a word. 

The Evolution of bliss symbols!

The use of bliss symbols within the community is becoming more familiar when teaching those with learning/intellectual disabilities, especially those who have communication difficulties. Please see video below to view a quick tutorial on how to use bliss symbols. Make sure to grab a pen and paper and follow along. This is part 1 of an 8 episode series on how to use bliss symbols.  

Bliss Dictionary!

Another great resource to use when learning how to understand the idea of bliss symbols is the Bliss Dictionary. Click the link and have a go yourself. https://blissary.com/blissdictionary/