Play With Purpose™ Before Words

Play With Purpose™ Before Words helps parents turn everyday play into opportunities for communication, shared attention, and connection.

Designed for children who may communicate with gestures, sounds, looks, actions, or early words, this guide shows you exactly what to do, what to model, and how to build from where your child is communicating today.

Inside, you’ll get five simple play activities built around one familiar toy, with easy Start Here, Build From Here, and Keep Going prompts so you can adapt each activity without turning playtime into therapy.

Your purchase also includes Notice the Moments™, a simple daily and weekly companion that helps you see what is getting easier, what still feels hard, and what may be worth trying next.

What’s included:

5 guided play activities

Communication prompts for different starting points

Simple ways to support requesting, shared attention, turn-taking, listening, and shared play

Notice the Moments™ daily snapshot

Notice the Moments™ weekly reflection

Instant digital download

Start with one toy, one goal, and a clearer idea of what to do next.

Educational resource only. Not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized professional guidance.