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SPEAKplay!

SPEAKplay!

by SPEAK Abilities, LLP

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  • Released
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  • May 27, 2026
  • May 29, 2026

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This app uses gesture-based games to help young children and new users of communication devices develop essential motor skills for navigating touchscreens. It focuses on directed touch, drag and drop, and swipe gestures to improve operational competence and enable earlier access to mobile content.

✓Gesture-based games
✓Directed and Sustained Touch training
✓Drag and Drop skill development
✓Vertical and Horizontal Swipe practice
✓Progressive difficulty levels
✓Auditory and visual feedback
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What's New in SPEAKplay!

1.0.1

May 29, 2026

- minor bug fixes

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An App to Train Gestures for Operating Mobile Devices

Welcome to SPEAKplay!, an application designed by our research lab to support young children, beginning communicators, and anyone new to mobile devices. It offers an easy way to learn the essential touch screen gestures used in therapy and intervention with mobile devices. We designed it as a series of games to ensure your practice sessions are fun, engaging, and motivating. Please share your feedback with us, we would love to hear about your experience! - Oliver Wendt, Ph.D., Purdue University & University of Potsdam
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FAQ

What are the main gestures SPEAKplay! teaches?

SPEAKplay! focuses on teaching Directed and Sustained Touch, Drag and Drop, and Vertical and Horizontal Swipes. These are critical gestures for navigating mobile AAC devices effectively.

How does SPEAKplay! help with motor skills?

The app introduces essential gestures through fun games like 'Pop the Bubbles,' 'Fly the Rocket,' and 'Feed the Dino.' These games are designed to enhance motor functioning for better operational competence on touchscreens.

What are the different games in SPEAKplay!?

SPEAKplay! includes 'Pop the Bubbles' for targeted touch, 'Fly the Rocket' for directed and sustained touch, and 'Feed the Dino' for swipes and drag and drop. Each game targets specific motor skills.

Can the difficulty of the games be adjusted in SPEAKplay!?

Yes, the difficulty can be adjusted in each game. For example, the number and size of bubbles can be modified in 'Pop the Bubbles,' and the path length can be changed in 'Feed the Dino.'

Is SPEAKplay! suitable for very young children?

Yes, SPEAKplay! is designed for young children and first-time AAC users. Its evidence-based approach and engaging games make it suitable for early intervention and development of touchscreen skills.

What devices does SPEAKplay! support?

SPEAKplay! is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed to maximize operational competence in navigating touchscreen-based content on these platforms.

How often is SPEAKplay! updated?

The latest version is 1.0.1, and it was last updated on May 29, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

Does SPEAKplay! have ads?

No, SPEAKplay! does not contain advertisements. It is a completely free application focused on providing an uninterrupted learning experience for users.