Communication

Compartment Communicator

This easy to use communicator allows you to record and re-record messages (up to 32 seconds total recording time) that correspond to four compartments. You can place real objects, pictures or word cards in the compartments, depending on the cognitive level of the child. By pressing down on a switch plate in front of each compartment, the message will sound and a light will turn on to grab the child's attention. Includes volume control. 18"x 10"x 3". Requires 4 AA batteries.

C959		$199.95

VoicePod

The VoicePod is a digital recording and playback system ideal for photos, language cards and communication symbols. The VoicePod features 36 reusable, two-sided sleeves, each with an ID strip to access recordings. That means you can have up to 72 messages stored on the easy-to-use, portable VoicePod! Each sleeve has a code read by the VoicePod and a transparent flap to hold photos or cards. You can record up to a nine-second message for each sleeve. A record/lock feature prevents accidental erasures. Once the cards and messages are set up, students play messages by selecting a card and sliding it into the VoicePod. Replay the message anytime the card is in the pod by pressing "Play". Attach the Press/Play bar(included) for easier access to messages. Erase or re-record a message as many times as you like. Includes VoicePod, 36 two-sided cards, plastic storage boxes, and instruction booklet. Pictures are not included. Requires 3 AAA batteries. Size 4.5"x4.5".

C586		$59.95

Go Talk

The GoTalk is a durable, portable, lightweight message talker available in 3 styles, allowing you to choose the number of messages you will need. Put your picture display into the frame and record your messages. Press the picture to play back each message. Each style of GoTalk has five recording levels. Your core messages remain constant when you change levels. Each style features new technology that provides superior sound, volume control, easier sequential recording to set up the talker more quickly, an option for erasing a whole level at a time, and built in storage for your overlays. You can lock the recording function so that your messages cannot be erased accidentally and you can lock the level to keep a specific set of recordings available. Pictures shown with GoTalks are not included with purchase. You can use your own pictures in any GoTalk, or you can make custom overlays using Go Talk Overlay software, which is sold separately (see in this category). Each GoTalk includes two AA batteries. All GoTalks measure 9" x 12" x 1" and weigh 20 oz.
GoTalk 4+ features:
• 4 message keys, each 3"x 3", record 15 seconds each.
• 5 recording levels.
• 2 core messages of 17 seconds each.
• 20 messages in addition to the core messages.
• 4.5 minutes of total recording time.
GoTalk 9+ features:
• 9 message keys, each 1.75" x 2.25", record 8 seconds each.
• 5 recording levels.
• 3 core messages of 12 seconds each.
• 42 messages in addition to the core messages.
• 8.5 minutes of total recording time.
GoTalk 20+ features:
• 20 message keys, each 1" x 1", record 8 seconds each.
• 5 recording levels.
• 5 core messages of 12 seconds each.
• 95 messages in addition to the core messages.
• 15 minutes of total recording time.

C175	GoTalk 4+	$159.95
C964	GoTalk 9+	$179.95
C938	GoTalk 20+	$199.95
C602	GoTalk Stand (see in this category)	$39.95

GoTalk 32+

The new GoTalk 32+ provides the most messages of any GoTalk. Rugged and easy to use, it has 32 buttons with keyguards and 5 recording levels. With a total of 160 messages, each with 10 seconds of recording capacity, it provides over 26 minutes of recording time. Plus three 15-second "core messages" which stay the same on each level, so you don't need to re-record essential messages for each level. Provides superior sound, volume control, easier sequential recording to set up the talker more quickly, and built in storage for your overlays. Pictures shown with GoTalks are not included. You can use your own pictures in any GoTalk, or you can make custom overlays using the Overlay Software which is sold separately (see in this category). Includes 3 AA batteries. Size: 14"x 10"x 2". Weight: 2 lb.

C874		$299.95

Go Talk Overlay Software

Creating great-looking overlays quickly is a snap with GoTalk Overlay Software! This updated version comes with over 1,000 photos and illustrations that are clear and simple. It has an integrated online search feature that gives you instant access to millions of images. You can export files in PDF, JPG, or PNG formats so it's easy to email overlays to others. Also included in this updated version is SymbolStix, a complete library of 12,000 symbols by News-2-You. Overlay cells can contain multiple images and text boxes, so you can create personalized communication boards. Editing features let you adjust color, size, and font of the text. Move, enlarge, rotate, and crop pictures. Choose from dozens of ready-made templates for GoTalks and other talkers, as well as for standard paper sizes. Change images and text with full-featured editor. Print out overlays with any inkjet or laser printer. For Windows only, XP or higher.

C122	CD (for Windows only)	$78.95

GoTalk Stand

The GoTalk stand is sized to fit the GoTalk 4+, the GoTalk 9+ and the GoTalk 20+ (not for the 32+). The lightweight, durable, green vinyl stand opens to become an easel that props the talker up for use. Simply fit the talker handle over the foam support to secure the GoTalk to the stand. You can close the back flap of the stand over the talker to form a protective cover when you take the GoTalk with you. Measures 9" x 12.5" x 1.5".

C602		$39.95

One-by-Four Talker

Four small talkers in one sturdy, press-and-play case! This unique device can be used as a four button communication tool or as 4 separate single message devices that can be attached to clothing with the four included clips. When used as a four message device, transparent pockets hold picture/word cues on top of the case. Users press the pictures to play messages. Each one-talker has 10 seconds of voice recording capability. To use single message devices separately, simply remove from the case, slide on a clip and easily attach to pocket or belt. Ideal for peer, small group and classroom interactions. Case dimensions: 8"x 3". Active areas for pictures are 1.5" square. Batteries included. Software for creating picture overlays is sold separately (see in this category).

C824		$68.95

Big Button Communicator

A transparent cap, with an opening to quickly slide in overlays, snaps onto the Big Button. The cap extends nearly to the table surface, giving the Big Button a large active area with an extremely low profile. You can actually communicate without lifting your hand off the table! The Big Button has two modes: single message, and tap-to-talk mode. In single message mode, you can record a single 48-second message. In tap-to-talk mode, the user can choose one of up to 3 messages, each up to 24-seconds, controlled by the number of button taps (similar to single-clicking or double-clicking a computer mouse). One button tap plays the first message, two taps the second message, and three taps the third. The Big Button has non-skid rubber feet, and overlay storage on the back. A durable, easy to use communicator with great sound quality and volume control. Measures 6" across, weighs 8.1 oz. Holds 3"x3" images. 2 AAA batteries included. Software for creating picture overlays is sold separately (see item C122 in this category).

C022		$59.95

PECS Training Manual & CD

The manual guides the reader through the six phases of PECS. It includes information on the rationale for and the implementation of each phase. Also included are instructions for constructing the pictures, discrimination training tips, data sheets, and a parent handout. This manual was developed for use by teachers and therapists as well as families. It is a comprehensive and essential tool for proper implementation of PECS. Includes a CD that contains all of the data forms, checklists, and worksheets in the Manual, plus dozens more!

C235	Manual with CD	$69.95

Pics for PECS CD

This CD-ROM includes over 2,400 pictures that are based on the words most commonly used by young children who communicate with PECS. Also includes circle-time pictures, actions, animals, schedule pictures, and potato toy pictures. Print the pictures from your own computer, laminate them, and add Velcro for a custom set. PC and Mac compatible.

C908		$55.95

PECS DVD

This DVD provides an overview of the potential benefits of using PECS (it is not intended as a training tool). It vividly portrays examples of each training phase within PECS in school, home, and community settings with a variety of communicative partners. An excellent DVD to show to parents and staff members, so that they can get an idea of how this system works.

C396	PECS DVD	$59.95

Personal Talker

A single message device with attached protective cover and ten seconds of recording time. You can record a message or part of a song relating to the picture you insert. Messages can be repeatedly recorded and erased. The large play button is easy for children to press. A great device for teaching cause and effect as well as early augmentative communication. Batteries included. 2.5"x2.5".

C605		$12.95

PECS Communication Books

Lori Frost developed these picture-ready communication books. Since each child using the PECS should have a book of their own, these books will save you a lot of time and work. The back of each book is longer than the front, to allow easy access to the sentence strip no matter which page the child has turned to. Each book is a 3-ring vinyl binder, and comes with two colored insert pages, a sentence strip and Velcro to attach to the pages. Extra insert pages are sold separately in a set of six. Each set includes an assortment of colors and has a uniquely located color-coded tab for easy page turning. The Large Book is 10"x 9" and is ideal for young children who use the 1.75"x1.75" pictures to communicate. The Small Book measures 7.5"x 6" and best suits children who use the 1"x 1" pictures. Colors vary.

C623	Large PECS Communication Book	$36.95
C289	Extra Insert Pages for Large Book - Pack of 6	$34.95
C645	Small PECS Communication Book	$34.95
C452	Extra Insert Pages for Small Book - Pack of 6	$29.95
C057	Extra Sentence Strip for Large Book	$5.95
C715	Extra Sentence Strip for Small Book	$4.50

PECS Laminated Pictures

A real time saver! The pictures in this valuable set come printed on sturdy paper and are laminated! This is a collection of the pictures most commonly used by young children who communicate with PECS. It was developed over several years by tracking the picture vocabulary development of hundreds of children. This initial vocabulary is made up of items that children most typically want and items that allow children to make very specific requests and/or comments. The full color drawings are specific and detailed, yet versatile. This set contains 160 pictures. Velcro loop strips are also included.

C601	Set of 160 pictures (1.75" x 1.75")	$43.95
C612	Set of 160 pictures (1" x 1")	$43.95

Activity Binder

To keep you organized, this binder will house 8.5" x 11" activity boards. The boards can be posted in a variety of locations as choice or topic boards, for all those incidental opportunities for requesting and commenting that arise during the day. You can open the binder into an easel on your tabletop for easy access to pictures. The Activity Binder includes 2 activity boards and one large sentence strip (8"L). The boards are 3-hole punched, and come with hook Velcro. Pictures not included.

C613	Activity Binder	$46.95
C807	Extra Activity Board with One Sentence Strip	$10.95
C057	Extra Sentence Strip	$5.95

Communication Aprons

Stays with you wherever you go! These aprons make it easy to display your pictures and symbols for choice-making and for improving understanding of activities. Made of Velcro receptive fabric. All aprons have large pockets. Washable and durable.

C104	Waist Apron, Regular Size (8"H x 17"W)	$17.95
C746	Full Apron, Regular Size (18"H x 15"W)	$22.95
C345	Full Apron, Large Size (22"H x 19"W)	$27.95

Portable Waist Communicators

Ready to communicate everywhere! Each of these durable communication books has 6 pages made of Velcro receptive fabric. Cover is made of easy-to-clean nylon. Pages measure 8.5" x 4" in the large book, and 4" x 4" in the small book. The large communicator has a zipper pocket on the outside cover. The books attach to any belt up to 2" wide, or use with a black webbing belt (sold separately; see thsi category). Symbols not included.

C631	Small Size, Red	$16.95
C593	Small Size, Blue	$16.95
C319	Small Size, Black	$16.95
C429	Large Size, Red	$24.95
C402	Large Size, Blue	$24.95
C804	Large Size, Black	$24.95
C709	Belt for Communicator (Child-Size ; Adjusts from 18" to 34" Waist)	$4.95