Child using PODD activity board lights up the whole classroom :-)

I love my job anyway. Each day brings something new, even if it is small, or just the fact that a child grins or runs up to give me a hug.

But today I witnessed something extra special. And it wasn't just me that saw it; it was a whole class that got inspired and amazed and awed.

So I happened to be in our therapy room catching up on some quick note writing when the phone rang. It was the nursery teacher asking for my colleague. "She's out doing a visit," I replied. She nearly ended the call, but then changed her mind and asked me if I wanted to come in and see something wonderful, maybe as it was one of my classes before the summer.

I am so glad I said yes. I went straight to the classroom and walked in to see everyone crowded round near the water tray. The teacher filled me in on how things had happened up to that point. Child had gone to the water tray and seen it empty of water with just a few blocks in. He took the blocks out then looked round the room until he found the PODD activity board for the water tray. He took it to a nursery nurse and led her to the water tray. He pointed to 'pour' then 'water' so she poured water in the tray. He then pointed to 'boats' so she got out the boats. When I joined the scene they were having a two-way conversation about splashing and getting wet!

The child looked so happy. He has very unclear speech. I was told how, without the board, he would have remained very frustrated, had some unsuccessful attempts at communication then settled for play in a different area.

It was definitely a 'wow!' moment. What a privilege.

If you would like to know more about PODD activity boards and how you can use them to support your child's communication, get in touch.