Writing Instruction Through AAC: What It Looks Like
Published: Feb. 17, 2026Updated: Feb. 23, 2026
Writing is for everyone. Ali Steer explains why every child deserves access to a “pencil”—even if that pencil looks different. You’ll see how alternative pencils and scanning tools allow students with complex needs to fully participate in writing instruction, and why modeling and normalizing these tools in inclusive classrooms matters. When we value all ways of writing, we send a powerful message: every voice belongs.
Want to learn more about AAC & Literacy? Check out out AAC Users Can Learn to Read and Write — Here's How article.
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