Swimming AAC Communication Board Autism Special Education

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Autism Swimming AAC Communication Boards – Visual Supports for Pool Safety & Expression

Support Autistic students in expressing their needs and feelings during swimming and water-based activities with these FREE full-color and low-color AAC communication boards designed specifically for swimming pool and aquatic settings.

Created by Amanda McGuinness of Little Puddins, an Autistic Autism & Visual Supports Specialist, this resource is neuroaffirmative, inclusive, and practical for real-life use. These boards are ideal for students who use AAC, are Gestalt Language Processors, or benefit from visual communication supports.

What’s Included:

• Full-color AAC communication board (pool-themed)
  
• Low-color AAC communication board (printer-friendly)
  
• Visuals created using Smarty Symbols
  
• Simple, sensory-friendly design for easy use
  
• Printable PDF format – perfect for laminating and bringing to the pool
  

Supports Communication Around:

• Emotions and sensory needs at the pool
  
• Requesting help, breaks, or preferred items
  
• Indicating readiness, discomfort, or enjoyment
  
• Understanding pool routines and safety
  

Who Is This Resource For?

• Autistic students who use AAC or benefit from visual supports
  
• Special education teachers and paraprofessionals
  
• Speech-language pathologists (SLPs)
  
• Occupational therapists
  
• Families preparing for summer swimming or aquatic therapy
  

Why Families and Educators Love It:

• Designed by an Autistic Autism Specialist with lived and professional experience
  
• Encourages safety, autonomy, and self-expression at the pool
  
• Can be laminated or placed in a waterproof pouch for reuse
  
• Perfect for home, school, therapy, or community swimming trips
  
• Easily paired with social stories, swimming visuals, or daily schedule boards
  

Download your free AAC boards today and support every child in having a safe and empowered swimming experience.

Be sure to follow Little Puddins – Amanda McGuinness for more inclusive, Autistic-designed resources.