Tappy Tom's First Day

Tappy Tom's First Day
Written to inspire. Illustrated to include. Created to give the voiceless a voice.

Join Tappy Tom, a non-verbal autistic boy, as he embarks on his very first day of school - a day filled with big feelings, brave moments, and beautiful lessons in understanding. Tappy Tom's First Day is a heartwarming children's picture book that opens a window into the experience of a child who communicates through tapping instead of talking.

Tom doesn't use words to speak - he uses an AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) tablet. While he's full of thoughts and feelings, the world doesn't always know how to hear him. In this touching story, children and adults alike will learn that communication comes in many forms - and that being non-verbal doesn't mean being silent.

From being misunderstood to overcoming sensory overwhelm, this inclusive story gently teaches empathy, inclusion, and the power of listening with your heart.

Created by the TappyTots Awareness Foundation, this book is more than a story - it's a mission. A portion of every sale helps fund the development of free communication tools and resources for non-verbal children and their families, including the TappyTots AAC app, which empowers children around the world to express their needs, feelings, and joy.

• A beautifully illustrated, 36-page picture book perfect for ages 4-8

• A non-verbal main character kids can relate to and learn from

• A gentle storyline that helps build emotional intelligence and inclusion

• A teacher/EA character who models support and patience

• Moral of the Story: We all speak in different ways - listening is more than just hearing.

• TappyTip™ for educators, caregivers, and parents

• Bonus QR code linking to the TappyTots App

• Parents of autistic or non-verbal children

• Teachers looking to build inclusive classroom libraries

• Therapists and SLPs working on AAC communication

• Supporters of autism awareness and communication equity

• ANY child learning to be a better friend to someone who's "different"

Your purchase supports the TappyTots Awareness Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating tools that give non-verbal children a voice.

Learn more or donate: www.tappytots.com
Download the free app: TappyTots on Google Play
Hashtag: #GivingTheVoicelessAVoice

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