Autism & PDD Yes/No Questions

Buddy Bear products have a devoted following of speech-language pathologists and early childhood specialists. The research-based learning format helps children with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities develop early communication skills with these techniques:
•simple, predictable language
•uncluttered illustrations
•engaging, reassuring audio narration
•rewarding animation and sound effects
•open-ended responses

This app teaches yes/no questions and develops joint attention, reciprocity, and early language skills. Each answer screen has two Buddy Bears - one is nodding “yes” and the other is shaking his head “no.” Children touch the Buddy Bear who answers the question correctly.

These themed stories are included:
•Buddy Bear at the Beach - e.g., “Buddy Bear is at the beach. He brought something to wear. Is it pants?”
•Buddy Bear at the Grocery Store - “Buddy Bear is at the grocery store. He is buying fruit. Is it an apple?”
•Buddy Bear at Home - "Buddy Bear is at home. He wants something shiny. Is it a ring?”
•Buddy Bear at the Park - “Buddy Bear is at the park. He sees something pretty. Is it a butterfly?”
•Buddy Bear at School - “Buddy Bear is at school. He has something to read. Is it a newspaper?”

Once you start the app, tap on one of the five stories. Back, forward, and repeat arrows provide easy screen navigation. Correct responses are reinforced with a friendly “Good job!”
Although the information on the left states that this app is available in all languages, it is only presented in English.