CONNECT First
Table of Contents
Foreword by Tanya Saunders
Introduction
Open Letter to Professionals
MAIN CHAPTERS
The Starting Line
Where the Lane Splits
Not Just Toddlers
The Birth of the CONNECT Framework®
Connection First
Observe and Adapt
Natural Routines
Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice
Empowered Caregivers
Communication as an Outcome of Regulation (and Connection)
Togetherness
The CONNECT Framework® at a Glance
What I Know Now
A Letter to You, the Parent Reading This
So…What’s Next?
APPENDICES
The CONNECT Framework® Summary
CONNECT Reflection & Planner Page Templates
Conversation Starters & Talking Ahead Scripts
School & Professional Advocacy Guide
Recommended Resources
Regulation Strategies for Real Life
Supporting Non-Speaking Communicators
Scripts for Siblings, Grandparents & Extended Support
Language for Reports, Forms & Advocacy Documents
Supporting Your Young Person into Employment & Purpose
Everyday CONNECT in Action
Glossary of Terms and Acronyms
About the Author Susannah Burden, BSc (Hons), CertMRCSLT, PgDip AVT, LSLS Cert AVT