This mat can be used to aid non-verbal communication. It is intended for use by an adult as a way of asking a question (“Have you washed your hands?”) or making a statement (“Wash your hands please.”).

N.B. When introducing this mat to the children it may be useful to reinforce the link in their minds by showing real life actions to correspond with the pictures. For example ‘Sit down’ – demonstrate with someone sitting down.

Key phrase prompts included in the pack:

Toilet, Listen, Look, Sit down, Line up, Stop, Yes, No, Wash hands, Wait, Tidy up, Be kind

Keywords: autism, autistic, non-verbal, non verbal, picture/visual communication aids

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