Holidays & Self Advocacy
by Thrive Talk Tools © 2025
Price: $3 USD
Subjects: specialAdults,communicationSkills,Special Autism,lifeSkills
Grades: 8,9,10,11,12
Description
Interactive Life Skills for Autism, AAC & Special Education Build meaningful self-advocacy, communication, and social-emotional skills during the holidays with this interactive Boom Card deck designed for autistic learners, AAC users, and moderate to severe special education classrooms. This resource helps students practice real-life communication tools they can use during family gatherings, holiday meals, and sensory-heavy events. What This Deck Teaches: This holiday-themed deck covers essential functional communication and life skills, including: How to express needs, choices, and boundaries Asking for help (e.g., during meals, activities) Saying yes or no using affirming language Sensory regulation (breaks, noise, lights, seating) Safe and respectful interactions with family Food choices, building a dinner plate, and trying new foods Using AAC, gestures, or short phrases to communicate Navigating uncomfortable situations Showing gratitude in multiple communication forms