CORE WORD OF THE WEEK
What Are Core Words?
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Core words are words we use over and over throughout the day when we communicate. They are useful in many different situation-not just for one specific activity or item.
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We use core words all the time when we talk. Words like go, stop, more, want, help, like, you, me, it, in, out, and all done can be combined in many different ways to help someone communicate what they want, need, think, or feel.
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For AAC users, learning core words can open up many more opportunities to communicate throughout everyday life.
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Why a Core Word of the Week?
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Each week, Logan & Friends will highlight one core word and share simple, fun ways to model and practice it during everyday activities, play, books, songs, and more.
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This week's core word is: GO!
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This week's Core Word is "GO"
Ways to Use "GO"
"GO" is a word we can use in many different ways throughout the day. Instead of only practicing GO during one activity, try modeling it during play, daily routines, movement, and trips into the community.
Go Somewhere
Go + Movement
GO home
GO outside
GO to school
GO to the park
GO fast
GO slow
Ready, set, GO!
GO up / GO down
  GO During Play
GO During Routines
Car GO!
Ball GO!
GO again!
Make it GO!
GO eat
GO bath
GO get dressed
GO to bed
   AAC TIP
   You don't have to ask the AAC user to say "GO," Model GO on their device while you say the word, then give them time to respond.
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ready, set, go!
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Roll a car or ball.
Pause. Model GO.
Then make it GO!
Let's Practice GO!
balloon go!
Use a balloon or balloon pump.
Pause and model GO!
Then let the balloon GO!
water go!
Use a spray bottle, hose, or water toy.Â
Model GO before turning the water on.
GO Scavenger Hunt
What You'll Need:
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A basket or bag
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A few familiar objects or toys
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AAC device or communication board
How to Play
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Pick an item to find.
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Say and model GOÂ on the AAC device.
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GO find the item!
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Bring it back and choose another.
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Take turns- let the AAC user tell you to GO!
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Toy Room GO Scavenger Hunt
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Download the free printable and practice GO while searching for familiar toys.
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Tips for Using Your GO Scavenger Hunt
1. Model GO
Show where GO is on the AAC device or communication board. Model the word as you play-there's no need to require the AAC user to copy you.
2. Pause & Wait
Before searching for the next toy, pause and give the AAC user time to communicate GO.
3. Build on GO
Model simple combinations such as GO find, GO get, GO play, GO again, or other words that fit the person's AAC system.
4. Take Turns
Switch roles! Let the AAC user tell you when to GO find a toy. This helps make GO meaningful and fun.Â
Remember: Model, pause, and have fun. Communication doesn't have to be perfect to be meaningful.
Watch, Sing & Practice GO!
Sing & Model GO
Model GO on AAC
GO Everywhere
AAC Tip: Watch together and model GO on the AAC device when you hear it. Pause, give time to respond, and keep it fun.