Smarty Symbols, LLC on LinkedIn: Creating Inclusive Playgrounds: The Proclamation of Communication Board Day (2024)

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The City of Plantation, Florida, made history by proclaiming “Communication Board Day,” a groundbreaking initiative that marks a significant step towards creating inclusive playgrounds and public spaces. This momentous day celebrates the exceptional contributions of Pamela Rowe, MA, CCC-SLP, and her collaboration with Smarty Symbols. https://lnkd.in/gVzGw7e7

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    We are so proud to have been a part is this.

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What is the purpose of the playground communication board? ›

The Playground Communication Board was created with a goal of providing accessible communication and social language opportunities for all students, families and community members who use our playgrounds and fields.

What are the benefits of a communication board? ›

Enhances communication skills: Communication boards help children with autism to develop communication skills by providing a visual aid that allows them to express their thoughts and feelings. This tool can be especially useful for those who struggle with verbal communication or have limited speech.

What is the purpose of an inclusive playground? ›

An inclusive playground is an open and safe space carefully designed to promote play among children of differing abilities, ages, and communities. It gives children with and without any disability the same platform to play while breaking down barriers, both physically and socially.

How does a communication board work? ›

A communication board is a sheet of symbols, pictures or photos that a child will learn to point to, to communicate with those around them. Why use a communication board? Speech is difficult for some children. They may find it difficult to make people understand what they are trying to say.

Who needs a communication board? ›

A communication board is a device that displays symbols or illustrations to help individuals with limited or no language skills communicate more easily. Different types of communication boards can help children with autism as well as other disabilities.

What are the problems in communication on board? ›

A ship is considered a high-risk environment due to communication barriers. The lack of a common language and the various nationalities onboard having different gestures and body language may easily cause a misunderstanding in communication.

What is a disadvantage of communication boards? ›

Cons: No voice output – must have communication partner to interpret. Limited in scope: difficult to add words/phrases on the spot.

What is the purpose of a sensory board? ›

A sensory board or busy board is a fun, hands-on activity for babies and toddlers to help them touch, explore and learn about different objects all in one place. They have lots of developmental benefits too and are really easy to make at home with things you have to hand.

What is the purpose of the communication game? ›

A. Communication games are important for team building because they create opportunities for team members to practice effective communication, develop trust, and improve their understanding of one another. These games promote a positive and supportive team environment.

What is the purpose of message boards? ›

Discussion boards facilitate asynchronous class discussion and group work, and can be used to encourage students to think critically and share their thoughts before or beyond live teaching.

What is the purpose of a picture communication board? ›

A communication board is a device that displays photos, symbols, or illustrations to help people with limited language skills express themselves. The user can gesture, point to, or blink at images to communicate with others.

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