Speak the Language of Inclusion Outdoors.
Enhancing learning environments from playgrounds to public parks. We believe communication accessibility should be as integral to public spaces as physical ramps are today.
Our goal is not just to adapt but to pioneer. Accessibility in communication should be as integral as ramps are today.— Barbara Fernandes, M.S., CCC-SLP, CEO of Smarty Symbols
Envisioning Communication Accessibility in Every Space.
Creating a truly accessible playground is an ongoing effort. Just as the ADA mandated physical ramps to ensure everyone can enter a space, we believe communication boards are the "ramps" of the social world.
By implementing these tools in public school areas and city parks, we create environments where every student and community member feels seen and valued.
- Universal Design for Play & Learning
- Promoting Public Awareness of AAC Services
- Fostering Independent Social Connections
Transforming the Social Heart of Play.
A communication board is a strategically curated display of symbols designed to facilitate expressive dialogue. At Smarty Symbols, we believe these tools are the "ramps" of the social world—essential for ensuring every child feels seen, valued, and empowered to connect.
Active Participation
Turn passive observers into active participants, allowing non-verbal children to connect and play with their peers.
Public Awareness
Promote community-wide understanding of speech-language services and special education inclusivity.
Natural Learning
Facilitate vocabulary acquisition and reading in a natural, high-engagement outdoor setting.
Three Ways to Bridge the Gap.
Explore our specialized board types designed to empower children in every educational and public play space.
Preschool Playground
Designed to empower and engage our youngest learners from Preschool through Kindergarten with 58 carefully selected words.
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K-5 School Playground
A comprehensive solution for elementary students, promoting language learning and essential communication skills during recess.
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City & Park Spaces
Tailored for public parks and city areas, making public spaces truly inclusive and welcoming for every citizen.
View City BoardCelebrating Your Community's Unique Voice.
Every community is a tapestry of different backgrounds. At Smarty Symbols, we are committed to visualizing inclusivity by ensuring our boards reflect the people who use them. From bilingual support to clinical organization, we tailor every detail to your unique needs.
A Zero-Cost Entry to Community Inclusion.
For decision-makers, Communication Boards by Smarty Symbols represent more than just infrastructure—they are a gateway to universal communication access. Every board removes financial barriers by providing families a free, professional-grade AAC tool that follows them home.
Industrial Quality. Outdoor Strength.
Selecting the right material is crucial to ensure functionality and durability in high-traffic school and city environments.
Marine-Grade Aluminum
Engineered for ultimate resilience, our aluminum boards are the premier choice for all outdoor environments, including water-heavy areas.
- 3mm Aluminum with a solid polyethylene core.
- Printed with weather, fade, and abrasion-resistant UV ink.
- Optional extra UV protection glossy layer available.
- Ideal for splash pads, parks, and playgrounds.
Durable 6MM Plastic
A cost-effective and long-lasting solution suitable for both indoor and outdoor school environments.
- 6MM PVC/Sintra heavy-duty plastic.
- UV-cured ink printing for long-term color vibrancy.
- Lightweight and flexible for diverse mounting needs.
- Perfect for fence attachments using zip ties.
All materials are designed to withstand the rigors of daily school and community life.
Why Choose Our Custom Frames?
Our frames are not a generic solution; they are planned specifically for our designs to provide a stable, weather-resistant, and secure display year-round.
- (2) 7′ Structural Grade Posts
- (2) Standard Flat Caps
- Both Top and Bottom T-rails
- All Necessary Assembly Hardware
One Process. Unique Identity.
We believe your playground should be as unique as your community. That’s why we handle 100% of the customization work for you. Our team ensures that no two Communication Boards by Smarty Symbols are the same, creating a simple, guided experience that delivers a bespoke result.
Your logo, your colors, your community's voice.
Expertise That Empowers Every Student.
We don't just create signs; we elevate the standards of special education resources. Every board is designed by Speech-Language Pathologists to ensure clinical accuracy and ease of use for children with diverse educational needs.
We use a standardized color-coding system (Orange for Nouns, Green for Verbs) to help students scan and build sentences with clinical efficiency.
Access over 60,000 inclusive, representative symbols used by therapists and educators worldwide.
Our Journey of Global Inclusion.
From local primary schools to sprawling municipal parks, we are helping communities everywhere find their voice.
Mount Horeb School District
Implementing bilingual support across multiple elementary playgrounds to ensure every student feels included during recess.
Public Park Initiatives
Partnering with city councils to install heavy-duty aluminum boards in public spaces, splash pads, and community zones.
Inclusive Recreation Centers
Custom-designed vocabulary boards for therapeutic and recreational settings to support diverse communication needs.
Inclusion That's Guaranteed.
We understand that public spaces come with risks. Our Accidental Coverage Plan ensures that your community's voice is never permanently silenced by vandalism, graffiti, or accidental damage.
Ready to Give Every Child A Voice To Play?
Don't leave communication to chance. Partner with Smarty Symbols to build a playground where every child is heard, valued, and included.
Redefining Playground Inclusivity Globally.