Communicate • Read • Learn
Inclusive Communication for School Libraries
Empower every student to navigate the library with confidence. Our specialized communication board—available in English or Bilingual formats—features curated vocabulary for borrowing books, requesting help, and sharing the joy of reading.
The Ultimate School Library Resource
Designed for easy sharing of thoughts, questions, and ideas about books. This board empowers every student to interact with librarians and teachers while fostering a love for reading.
Vocabulary for Literacy
Digital Communication Support
Meet Expressive Go
Take the power of Smarty Symbols anywhere with Expressive Go. This speech-generating app provides a portable digital companion to our physical library boards, allowing students to communicate fluently across the entire school campus and community.
A Complete Ecosystem
From Wall to Wireless
Our Expressive Go app transforms any iPad into a digital replica of your library's communication board. This ensures that students have a consistent, familiar interface to find their voice anywhere in the school.
- Exact Visual Match: The digital interface mirrors the physical board layout for zero learning curve.
- Speech Generation: Tap symbols to build sentences that the iPad speaks aloud.
- Free Accessibility: A no-cost solution to scale inclusion across the entire district.
Every Voice Matters
Beyond the Books: A Hub for Inclusion
A library is more than a collection of stories—it is a space where students discover their place in the world. By integrating visual communication, we ensure that every child, regardless of their verbal ability, can actively participate in the magic of literacy.
"Our goal is to transform school libraries into environments where communication is never a barrier to curiosity or learning."Smarty Symbols Mission
Empowering students to share their thoughts, request help, and connect with peers through the power of visual language.
Dimensions & Details
The Right Fit for Every Creative Space
Our boards are engineered on 3mm aluminum composite, providing maximum durability with a surprisingly lightweight profile for safe installation.
Medium
29” x 19”
2.3 lbs
Large
39” x 25”
4.06 lbs
X-Large
48” x 31”
6.2 lbs
Strategic Partnership
Expert Consultation for Communication Access
Don't leave inclusion to chance. Our team provides comprehensive evaluations to identify missed opportunities and ensure your campus meets the highest standards of communication accessibility.
Placement Audit
We analyze traffic patterns to determine the best locations for maximum board engagement.
Vocabulary Selection
Customized symbol sets tailored specifically to your student population and library goals.
Digital Synergy
Integrating physical boards with our Expressive Go app for a district-wide access plan.
Implementation
Strategic advice on staff modeling and training to ensure long-term student success.
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Environment Matching
Tailored to Your
School Campus
A communication board should feel like a natural part of your school's architecture. At Gardner Elementary School, we worked closely with the administration to ensure their board wasn't just functional, but a beautiful addition to their facility.
Our design team handles everything from color matching to vocabulary adjustments, ensuring your board meets the specific cultural and aesthetic needs of your students and staff.
Project Profile: Gardner Elementary
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Inclusive School Library Communication Board
Exclusive Bonus Included
One Year of Smarty Symbols Studio
Every Library Communication Board purchase includes a full one-year professional license to Smarty Symbols Studio. This state-of-the-art software allows librarians and teachers to design custom materials that mirror the symbols on their board.
Inclusion Everywhere
Beyond the Library: Campus-Wide Access
True inclusion means a student's voice follows them wherever they go. Our campus-wide plan integrates specialized communication supports into every key area of the school day.
School Playground
Designed for social initiation, cooperative play, and conflict resolution during recess.
Art Classroom
Vocabulary for creative expression, color identification, and tool sharing.
Nurse's Office
Critical communication for expressing symptoms, pain levels, and medical needs.
Preschool Playground
High-contrast, simplified symbols for early learners and students with visual impairments.
Core Vocabulary
Universal high-frequency words for daily transitions and basic needs across campus.
Mobile Social Access
Foldable A-Frame signs for temporary events, field days, and flexible learning spaces.
Funding Your Communication Board
Don't let budget constraints stand in the way of inclusion. Most schools successfully fund their boards through these common sources.
Special Education (IDEA)
Funds from the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are often used to purchase AAC tools like our boards to support IEP goals and classroom inclusion.
Title I & ESSER
Federal grants focused on closing the achievement gap can fund communication supports that improve literacy and student engagement in libraries and common areas.
PTA & Local Grants
Many Parent-Teacher Associations and community foundations prioritize "Inclusion Projects" that provide tangible, long-lasting benefits to the entire student body.
Direct Wall-Mounting Recommended
Specifications & Materials
| Material & Thickness | Industrial-grade 3mm Aluminum Composite (ACM). Roughly the thickness of 30 sheets of copy paper, featuring two .008" aluminum sheets and a solid polyethylene core. |
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| Mounting Advice | We recommend attaching directly to a wall or shelving end-cap within the library. Because space is limited, floor-standing frames are not recommended. |
| Durability | Printed with eco-friendly, weather-resistant UV ink. Built to withstand indoor or outdoor conditions with a 5+ year lifespan. |
Ready to Transform Your Library?
Choose the best path for your school or district to get started today.
All board purchases include 1-Year Smarty Symbols Studio Access and eligibility for our Accidental Damage Protection Plan.