Modeling Without Expectation
We use a technique called “modeling without expectation”, which is basically modeling how to use the device, without expecting the child to respond. Below are some examples of words you can target at home during everyday routines/activities.
Words to Target During…
Meal Time
Using icons of preferred foods (e.g., chips, fruit).
- More
- Drink
- Eat
- All Done
Bathroom Time
- Sit Down
- Stand Up
- Wipe
Wash Hands
- Turn On
- Turn Off
- Soap
- Water
- Dry Hands
- Help
Shower Time
Take Off Clothing
- Shirt
- Pants
- Socks
- Turn On
- Get In
- Water Off
- Wash Hair
- Wash Feet
- Help
- All Done
- Get Out
- Towel
Dressing Time
Body Parts
- Head
- Arms
- Hands
- Legs
- Feet
Clothing
- Shirt
- Pants
- Socks
- Pull Down
- Hands Up
- Step In
Play Time
- All Done
- Help
- Go Toy
- More Toy
Toy Being Played With
- Bubbles
- Play-Doh
- Blocks
- Cars
- Balls
A Video for Better Understanding
This video visually demonstrates use of the AAC device in different settings