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Wait4It

Product Type: 
Device modifier
Approximate Cost: $2.00

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Product Description: 

Wait4It is an app designed for use by individuals with communication and autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) to help teach the concept of “wait” and encourage learners to wait successfully.

Main Features: 

  • Works with the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), an aided augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) system in which individuals exchange pictures of items to obtain tangibles and other needs.
  • Designed for use by individuals who have mastered Phases I and II of PECS.
  • Its aim is to encourage waiting for a desired object or event.
  • Many learners who encounter situations during which they must wait have difficulty with this concept. 
  • Features a bright colored “wait” card, digital sand timer and space for the user to add a visual representation of the item the learner is waiting for.
  • This method provides the learner with a visual reminder to wait which will help him/her better tolerate the delay.
  • Countdown timer allows the user to select any increment of time between one second and 30 minutes.
  • An alarm sounds when the time hits zero seconds.
  • Digital sand timer shows the passage of time.
  • Instructions on teaching the concept of “wait”.
  • 55 pre-loaded Pics for PECS image of commonly used reinforcers.
  • Ability to import images directly from the user's photo library

Primary Specifications: 

  • Requires iOS 6.0 or later.
  • Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

More Information: 

See Wait4It in Apple’s App Store.