Thanksgiving Theme: AAC Picture Book Shared Reading Kits

This engaging, multi-day activity pack is designed to support emergent readers and AAC users through shared reading, vocabulary building, and expressive language practice using the beloved book Turkey Trouble by Wendi Silvano. With structured routines, visual supports, and core vocabulary integration, this resource helps educators create meaningful, inclusive literacy experiences for students with complex communication needs.

✅ What’s Included:

📖 5-Day Lesson Plan with clear objectives and daily focus:
- Day 1: Picture walk & vocabulary introduction
- Day 2: Shared reading with modeling and engagement
- Day 3: Core word practice with AAC support
- Day 4: Predictable chart writing (“Our Thanksgiving Meal”)
- Day 5: Alphabet and phonological awareness activities

🗣️ Communication Supports:
- Low-tech vocabulary boards
- Core word integration tips
- Scripted prompts for modeling language
- Suggestions for high-tech AAC setup

🎨 Interactive Activities:
- Predictable writing chart for classroom publishing
- Rhyming and sound awareness games
- “Color the Turkey” activity with AAC-supported color board
- Data collection forms for goal tracking

🎥 Bonus: QR code link to a video on Predictable Chart Writing

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AAC Picture Book Series: Turkey Trouble

ring AAC to life in your classroom with this engaging, ready-to-use book activity based on Llama Llama Give Thanks by Anna Dewdney! Perfect for speech-language pathologists, special educators, and classroom teachers, this resource provides a 5-day lesson plan that integrates shared reading, predictable chart writing, phonological awareness, and AAC modeling.

📚 What’s Included

Vocabulary List & Communication Board: Target key Thanksgiving-themed words (family, food, pumpkin pie, love, etc.) alongside core vocabulary.

Repeated Line Support: Record “give thanks” on a single-message device or AAC system for easy participation.

Daily Lesson Plans (Day 1–5):
- Day 1: Picture walk & background knowledge
- Day 2: Shared reading with partner engagement
- Day 3: Core vocabulary practice (MORE, GO, LOOK, LIKE, CAN)
- Day 4: Predictable Chart Writing (“Things I like about Thanksgiving…”)
- Day 5: Alphabet and phonological awareness with Thanksgiving words

Scripted Interaction Ideas: Model AAC use with prompts like “Let’s TURN THE PAGE” or “I LOVE Thanksgiving.”

Story Questions: Comprehension checks with multiple-choice visuals.

Data Collection Forms: Track student goals and progress aligned with the Dynamic Goals Grid.

Quick Tips for TD Snap

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AAC Picture Book Series: Llama Llama Give Thanks

Bring AAC to life in your classroom with this engaging, ready-to-use book activity based on Llama Llama Give Thanks by Anna Dewdney! Perfect for speech-language pathologists, special educators, and classroom teachers, this resource provides a 5-day lesson plan that integrates shared reading, predictable chart writing, phonological awareness, and AAC modeling.

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