Since language development is an important part of early literacy acquisition, activities can be designed around software to encourage communication for children with disabilities. Communication displays can be used beneficially with all children. Figures from commercial software or customized programs can be printed and used on a board, book or apron for communication activities. Figures can be laminated and velcro attached to the back so that children can play with them and attach them to a board covered with special velcro-sensitive material. An apron or vest can be made out of the same material so that figures can be attached easily.
Children can retell a story as they place figures on the apron.
Book Holder Very young children learn literacy skills as they explore and manipulate books, however keeping a book in place during reading sessions may be difficult for some children. A simple adaptation can be made by placing male velcro on the back of the book so that it will attach to carpet. If the room does not have carpeting, a small carpet sample can be used to hold a book in place. Storybook reading sessions can also be conducted with the book holder. This frees the adult's hands and arms to better support the child.