Conversation Starters

Stop firing off one question after another and calling it conversation practice. This toolkit teaches reciprocal, natural back-and-forth: following the learner's interest, reacting and commenting instead of just asking, and building real exchanges instead of memorized scripts for appearing socially typical. What you get: A one-page practitioner quick-start guide (motivation, natural reinforcement, prompt hierarchy) 100+ conversation starter cards across 12 categories, from early responders to advanced conversationalists A follow-up question and comment-starter toolkit ("Keep It Going!" and "You Can Comment, Too!") The Start → Respond → Connect → Continue → Close framework, with real examples Three conversation levels so the same card works for every learner A staff coaching page comparing interview-style vs. natural implementation Optional data collection dimensions and a sample data sheet Generalization ideas for moving beyond the cards Instant digital download, 25 pages, yours to keep PLEASE NOTE: Conversation is taught as a flexible, individualized skill, not a checklist for looking socially typical. Nothing in this toolkit requires eye contact, suppressing self-stimulatory behavior, or a single "correct" style of interacting. Designed for BCBAs, RBTs, ABA therapists, educators, and caregivers. This is a digital product for individual or single-classroom use; please don't repost, resell, or redistribute it.