It’s time to update your NovaChat® device so you can enjoy new vocabulary features. Start by connecting to WiFi. Then go to Menu > Help > Check for Updates and follow the prompts.

WordPower® Vocabulary Updates

WordPower 42 Basic

  • The word “had” has been added to pronoun phrases so you can now say “he had lunch” or “she had fun”
  • “Had” has also been added as a logical next word on the drinks and food pages
  • Continuing with our food theme, “for” has been added on the meals and snacks pages to be combined with “breakfast,” “lunch,” or “dinner”

WordPower buttons spelling "I had a good time"

WordPower 60 Basic

  • The word “had” has been added to pronoun phrases on category pages
  • On the food and drink pages:
    • The verb “taste” moved to make room for the added word “had”
    • “It” and “that” are now followed by the verb “tastes”
    • The word “for” was added to be combined with “breakfast,” “lunch,” or “dinner”
  • “Has” has been added as a logical next word following it/he/she on category pages

WordPower buttons spelling "It tastes yummy"

WordPower 80

  • A button for “-’m” has been added to the main page following the “I” pronoun to create the frequently used contraction “I’m”

WordPower 60 & 120 Français

  • Look for updates to the “ma journee” pages

Note: These vocabulary updates are also available on Chat Editor 2.42 so you can create low-tech activities that mirror your device.

Looking for fun and interactive ways to practice vocabulary with your NovaChat device? Check out the AAC Language Lab today. You’ll find real-life solutions in support of language development. Resources include parent guides, sample lesson plans, manual communication boards, and much, much more.


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