Developing literacy begins long before a child learns to read. For students with complex communication needs, early exposure to books, print, and language-rich interactions is critical. Emergent literacy instruction helps children understand that communication can be shared through symbols, that print has meaning, and that they can engage with stories even if they are not yet speaking.
In this section, you'll find practical tools and materials designed to support early communication and literacy development using AAC.
Our AAC Picture Book Kits are designed for students at the earliest stages of communication—those who are just learning to attend to books, recognize symbols, and participate in shared reading.
Each kit includes:
Explore predictable text, rhyming awareness, color concepts, and symbolic communication, all in one engaging package.
Watch a week-long instructional series that demonstrates how to implement emergent literacy practices in real classrooms using our AAC Book Kits. Each video focuses on a core area of AAC-supported literacy:
Each session includes real examples, partner modeling strategies, and tips for adapting activities to meet the needs of a diverse classroom.
Designed for students who are beginning to build symbolic communication and early literacy skills, our Language & Literacy Book Companions align with common early education texts and help target:
These companions are ideal for small group instruction, inclusive reading groups, or literacy centers where students with AAC can meaningfully participate alongside peers.
With the right tools and support, every student can become a reader, writer, and communicator. These materials help bridge the gap for AAC users, turning books into meaningful conversations and literacy into joyful participation.
