Picture communication
Describing words
The "Describing words" board brings together picture communication symbols for everyday life. It is part of Caju's library, a gamified companion for children with autism to communicate, build routines and practise at home and at school.
Made with therapists and families.
Symbols on this board
52 symbolsThe "Describing words" board is organised into 4 groups (Feelings, Colors, Sizes, shapes & quantity, Qualities & states), with 52 symbols in total.
Core symbols
- I
- You
- Want
- More
- Like
- Yes
- No
- Finished
- Help
- Big
- Small
- Good
- Bad
- Not
Feelings
- Happy
- Sad
- Angry
- Scared
- Tired
- Excited
- Calm
Colors
- Red
- Blue
- Green
- Yellow
- Black
- White
- Orange
- Purple
Sizes, shapes & quantity
- Long
- Short
- Tall
- Round
- Square
- Many
- Few
- Empty
- Full
Qualities & states
- Hot
- Cold
- Wet
- Dry
- Clean
- Dirty
- Fast
- Slow
- New
- Old
Open the full board in Caju
Sign in to open the full board and use it with the child. Free during early access.
- Hear each symbol out loud
- Customise the symbols
- Assign it to the child
- Print as a PDF
Print this board (PDF)
You can print this board as a PDF to use on paper, on the wall or in the backpack, and take it anywhere. PDF export is available in Caju.
Print in CajuVersions of this board
How to use it day to day
- 1
Show the board to the child in a real moment, like asking for a snack or saying how they feel.
- 2
Let the child tap the symbol they want. Each symbol has audio so they can hear the word.
- 3
Follow the child's interest, with no rush and no right or wrong. Every choice is progress.
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FAQ
What is a picture communication board?
It is a set of picture symbols that help a child communicate by pointing or tapping, rather than relying on speech alone. It is made for everyday life, at home and at school.
Who is this board for?
For families and professionals supporting children with autism. The adult sets it up and the child uses it, on their own or with light support.
Do I need to pay to use it?
No. Caju is in free early access. Create an account to open the full board, hear the symbols and customise it.