Neurodiversity & Communication with Lyla's Story
An Interactive Presentation by Cats Hampson
for Primary Schools & Libraries
Neurodiversity & Communication with Lyla’s Story
Join author and illustrator Cats Hampson for a fun, interactive session inspired by her book Lyla’s Story. Discover the many different ways we can communicate, even when we don’t use spoken or written words.
What to expect:
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A reading of Lyla’s Story, with its colourful illustrations
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Discover different ways people communicate, including AAC, facial expressions and body language
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Have a go at using New Zealand Sign Language
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Explore communication devices, switches and other AAC tools
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Use picture cards to explore and express emotions
Come along, get involved and discover that everyone has a voice — sometimes it just looks a little different!
FREE
Friday, 9 October | 10.30am
Storypit, City Library
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