Everyday Talk: Picture Cards & Choice Boards

Make everyday communication easier, one picture at a time!

Helping your child communicate doesn't have to be complicated. Sometimes, having a picture to point to can make all the difference.

The Everyday Talk Visual Supports Pack from Approach Education gives families simple, colorful tools to help children express their wants, needs, feelings, and choices throughout the day.

Whether your child is learning to use words, communicates through gestures or signs, or benefits from visual reminders, these printable supports make communication more accessible during familiar routines.

What's Included?

This 15-page printable PDF features:

• 42 Picture Cards: Everyday words, actions, feelings, and familiar objects.

• Core Word Communication Board: Common words such as more, help, stop, want, and my turn in one convenient place.

• Feelings Cards: Help children recognize and communicate emotions.

• Choice Boards: Give children opportunities to make choices during snacks, play, and daily activities.

• First–Then Board: Help children understand what is happening now and what comes next.

• Daily Routine Strips: Visual steps for activities such as washing hands and getting dressed.

How Can You Use These Supports?

Use the cards and boards during everyday moments:

• At snack time to offer choices.

• During play to encourage requesting and turn-taking.

• When getting dressed to support independence.

• During transitions to show what comes next.

• When your child needs help communicating a feeling or need.

No complicated setup or special equipment required. Simply print, cut, and start using the supports with your child.

Who Is This Resource For?

Designed for parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals supporting children who benefit from visual communication, including children with:

• Autism spectrum disorder

• Speech and language delays

• Deafness or hearing loss

• Developmental delays

• Other communication or learning differences

These supports can be used alongside spoken language, sign language, gestures, and AAC systems. They are not intended to replace a comprehensive AAC system.

Product Details

Format: Digital PDF download
Length: 15 printable pages
Includes: 42 picture cards, communication boards, choice boards, first–then board, and routine strips
Delivery: Digital download; no physical item will be shipped

Please Note: This resource is for personal or individual professional use. Redistribution, resale, or sharing of the digital file is not permitted.

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