Noticing that there are many different ways to communicate.
Exploring how a communication device helps someone share their ideas.
Seeing how everyone has something valuable to add to a group.
Thinking about how friends can make space for each other to join in.
Recognising that all ways of communicating are valuable and important.
Abby, Rosita and Julia make up a story together.
The three friends create a fairytale about a princess who loves to paint.
Julia uses her communication device to share her ideas for the story.
Each friend adds their own part, and the story grows as they go.
Together they make a colourful story called Princess Paints a Lot.
• What did you notice about how Julia shares her ideas?
• How do Abby, Rosita and Julia each add to the story?
• What are some different ways people in the video communicate?
• What is your favourite way to share your ideas with others?
• How do you like other people to share their ideas with you?
• How can a communication device help someone join in?
• What could a friend do if they did not understand someone's idea?
The questions within this guide are designed to open dialogue and facilitate discussion around the relevant topics. It is up to the user to adapt as needed to best suit the person they are supporting. A neuroaffirming approach was central to the design of these resources and remains essential to their application. This means recognising and respecting the diverse ways people think, communicate, and experience the world, ensuring all conversations are led with curiosity, respect, and without judgement. These resources are a starting point. Trust your knowledge of the person you are supporting to shape the conversation from there.
For access to playback speed, transcripts or closed captions, please click the video title in the top left of the player to access the Youtube source where these controls are provisioned.
We are always looking to grow and improve this resource and would love to hear from you. Whether you have a suggestion for a clip or topic, a question about your subscription, or feedback to share, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Please also see our knowledge base for further information.
