Make the Moments Count — Starting Out Routine Cards and Parent Guide

Simple, evidence-based ideas for building early communication into everyday routines.

Starting Out is designed for babies and toddlers who are just beginning to communicate, using few or no words, or developing their early communication skills.

Created by a Speech and Language Therapist and Teacher, these cards provide practical, evidence-based ideas that can be naturally incorporated into the routines you already share with your child.

No extra activities. No special toys. No complicated preparation.

What's included

• 10 double-sided routine cards

• Parent guide

• Evidence-based strategies for early communication

• Created by a Speech and Language Therapist and Teacher

The routines

Car rides · Mealtimes · Bath time · Getting dressed · Bedtime · Supermarket · Books · Washing hands · Helping at home · Getting ready to leave

How it works

Choose a routine. Try one simple idea. Make the moment count.

Designed and created in New Zealand.