Explorer bag symbolised resources (2024/25)

The symbol resources can be used with pupils with Additional Support Needs and those with communication difficulties as well as children with English as an Additional Language (EAL).

The symbol resources consist of:

• Go Talk 9+ overlays (for recorded speech output) or can simply be printed out and used as low tech symbol boards which the child can point to as they talk about each story.
• There are also Big Mack switch tops and Little Step switch tops for the repetitive phrases in the story, which can be used by those with complex communication support needs.
• Vocabulary sheets to go with each board are provided to help parents and staff record and use the appropriate vocabulary for each story.
• New iPad SoundingBoard app versions of the boards (using SymbolStix symbols) for pupils with an iPad as an AAC device.

Gifting the 2024 Bookbug Explorer Bags!
Some handy hints and tips to prepare your gifting celebration and get everyone excited about receiving their brilliant new bag.

This years books are:

• Bunnies on the Bus
  by Philip Ardagh and Ben Mantle.
• I Did See a Mammoth
  by Alex Willmore.
• Mavis the Bravest
  by Lu Fraser and Sarah Warburton.