Talkido My First Words - Level One
Vocabulary activity or resource books
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- Program and school year
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Rule pack
- step-up-ftc-pep-2026-27 · v1.0.1
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- Official general rule
- Source freshness
- Review due · Low
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Product description
<p>Talkido is an interactive, screen-free educational platform designed to enhance language and social skills in children aged 2–12, particularly those with autism, speech delays, or developmental disorders. By integrating tactile play with personalized audio feedback, Talkido transforms everyday learning into an engaging experience. It is utilized by families, educators, and therapists to support communication development.</p><p></p><p>At the core of Talkido is the <i>Mio</i>: a portable, rechargeable speaker with built-in NFC technology. Users record audio via the free App or directly on the Mio. Recordings are linked to cards or tags embedded with NFC chips. These are tapped against the Mio, playing the message and providing immediate auditory feedback. This allows for learning experiences that are adaptable to various educational activities and therapy sessions. </p><p></p><p><b><i>My First Words Level One</i></b> includes the Talkido Starter Set plus a 20-card, structured audio flashcard set. Each card plays playful, developmentally-appropriate sentences to teach vocabulary through sound and image, supporting early language learning through games and research-backed methods. Inspired by Noam Chomsky’s theory of <i>universal grammar</i>, Talkido’s algorithm ensures children hear English in a systematic, intuitive way. Regular exposure to rich and varied input helps children naturally absorb grammar rules - without explicit instruction. </p><p></p><p><i>My First Words</i> is an ideal tool for neurodiverse learners. Its structured, screen-free format, multisensory engagement, and repetitive but playful language exposure align closely with the learning styles that support many neurodiverse children.</p><p></p><p>Included: </p><p>•The Mio, 10 cards, 10 tags, Plush Cover, Card Holders with Binder</p><p>•20 <i>My First Words</i> vocabulary cards, one difficulty level</p><p>•Question, matching and memory cards games</p><p></p> <p><i>No subscription required.</i></p>
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- Catalog
- FESUA_AccessibleTech
- Source type
- Search
- Link status
- Official supplier catalog
- Enrichment confidence
- Unknown
Official policy source
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- Publisher
- Step Up For Students
- Applies to
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Effective dates
- Jul 1, 2026 — Jun 30, 2027
- Source last modified
- Jul 14, 2026
- Reviewed by Navigator
- Jul 23, 2026
- Review due
- Aug 14, 2026
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