We often hear of children with ASD being referred to as verbal or non-verbal, and whilst some children may be very verbal and participate in full conversations, others may communicate completely without words (for example, using pictures, or through gestures or behaviours).

Some children with ASD will also use a combination of ways of communicating. No matter how a child communicates, these are many ways we can build on their strengths and interests in order to support and help further develop their communication skills.