Kevin is a smart 19-year-old who uses his voice and a special talking device to chat. One sunny school day, Kevin needed help with a tricky math problem. He raised his hand and said, 'Miss Taylor, can you help me?' She smiled and helped him find the answer. His voice was clear, and Miss Taylor was happy to help.
One morning, Kevin woke up feeling yucky. His throat was sore, and he didn't want to get out of bed. He used his talking device to tell his mom, 'I don't feel good.' His mom came in, gave him a hug, and said, 'Okay, sweetie, rest today.' Kevin felt loved and cared for, even with a sore throat.
Sometimes sitting at home can be a bit boring for Kevin. On a slow afternoon, he shared with his care provider, 'I'm bored.' using his device. They decided to make cookies together. The smell of yummy chocolate chip cookies soon filled the house, making the day much more fun!
Kevin likes playing outside, but loud sounds hurt his ears. At the park, when dogs barked loudly, he told his friend using his voice, 'Loud noises are ouch for my ears.' His friend understood and they moved to a quieter spot under a big, shady tree where they played cards happily.
Movie night! Kevin and his family went to a movie theater. There were many movies to pick from. Kevin used his talking device to say, 'I want to watch the superhero movie!' The person selling tickets heard him and printed tickets for everyone. They all enjoyed the action-packed movie with big smiles.
Eating out is fun! At the restaurant, Kevin peeked at the menu and decided what to eat. He then used his talking device to tell the waiter, 'I'd like a cheese pizza, please.' The waiter nodded and said, 'Coming right up!' Soon, Kevin was eating delicious pizza and feeling very happy.
Kevin's adventure with talking in different ways showed everyone that he can express what he wants and needs. Whether using his own voice or his special device, Kevin is a great communicator. He went to bed that night feeling proud and looking forward to all the new adventures tomorrow would bring.