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BIG Step-by-Step

BIG Step-by-Step

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The BIG Step-by-Step is a simple yet powerful tool for providing sequential messaging to users. Whether you're telling a story, delivering instructions, or engaging with a knock-knock joke, this device makes it easy to record and play back a series of messages. With three levels, you can store up to three different sets of sequential messages to use throughout the day, offering flexibility for various situations and communication needs.

£228.00 - £228.00
£228.00
£228.00 - £228.00
£228.00 £273.60 Inc. VAT
Product Code (SKU): 9829

BIG Step-by-Step Sequential AAC Communicator

BIG Step-by-Step is a large-button AAC communicator for recording and playing a sequence of spoken messages. Each press plays the next message in order, making it useful for storytelling, songs, jokes, counting, routines, instructions and group participation.

It includes three levels, so different message sequences can be prepared for different activities, settings or times of day. Users can activate messages using the built-in switch top or a compatible external switch, supporting a wider range of access needs.

BIG Step-by-Step can also connect to a switch-adapted toy or appliance, so the item activates while a message plays. With four minutes of total recording time, interchangeable coloured tops, volume control and a supplied 9V battery, it is a practical communication aid for school, therapy, home and care settings.

BIG Step-by-Step voice output communicator for school and speech therapy

Key Benefits

  • Supports sequential communication, with messages played back in order.
  • Helps users take part in stories, songs, routines, jokes, counting and turn-taking.
  • Three levels allow different message sequences to be prepared for different activities.
  • Large activation area supports users who benefit from a clear, accessible target.
  • Can be used with an external switch for alternative access.
  • Toy/appliance output can add motivation and support cause and effect learning.
  • Can be paired with our Matrix Maker Plus software which allows users to create custom picture overlays.
BIG Step-by-Step communication aid with interchangeable coloured tops

Key Features

  • A sequential AAC communicator.
  • Records multiple messages, up to four minutes total recording time.
  • Three message levels, each with its own sequence.
  • Built-in large switch top, with external switch option.
  • Toy/appliance jack for activating a switch-adapted toy or appliance while a message plays.
  • On/Off and volume dial on the back.
  • Interchangeable red, yellow, green and blue tops.
  • Supplied with a 9V battery.
  • Dimensions: 16 cm x 4.5 cm x 17 cm.
  • Two year manufacturer’s warranty.
BIG Step-by-Step used in SEN school

Who is it for?

BIG Step-by-Step is for children, young people and adults who need a simple, accessible way to play spoken messages. It is especially useful for AAC users who are beginning to communicate with recorded speech, or for people who find it easier to press a large button than use a more complex communication device.

It can support learners with complex needs, physical disabilities or communication difficulties in special schools, mainstream SEND settings, therapy sessions, care environments and at home. It may also suit users who need an external switch positioned in a more accessible place.

BIG Step-by-Step connected to a switch adapted disco ball toy

How it can be used?

BIG Step-by-Step can be used whenever a series of spoken messages needs to be played in order. A teacher, therapist, parent or carer can record the messages, then the user presses the large button to play each one in turn.

In school, it can help a learner join in with storytelling, songs, counting, greetings, classroom routines, register responses or group discussions. In therapy or at home, it can support step-by-step routines, choice-making, turn-taking, jokes, shared play and simple instructions.

For extra motivation, BIG Step-by-Step can also be connected to a switch-adapted toy or appliance, so the toy or appliance activates while a message plays. This can make communication activities more engaging and help reinforce cause and effect.

FAQ

What is BIG Step-by-Step?

BIG Step-by-Step is a sequential AAC communicator. It records a series of spoken messages and plays them back one at a time, in order, each time the user presses the large activation area.

Who is BIG Step-by-Step for?

It is for children and adults who need a simple voice-output communication aid, especially users beginning to use AAC or those who cannot yet use more complex communication systems.

How does BIG Step-by-Step work?

Choose a level, record a sequence of messages, then press the switch top to play each message in order. After the last message, playback returns to the first message in the sequence.

How many messages can BIG Step-by-Step record?

It can record multiple messages, with up to four minutes of total recording time. Messages can be organised across three levels.

Can BIG Step-by-Step control a toy or appliance?

Yes. A switch-adapted toy or appliance can be connected to the Toy/Appliance jack. The connected item activates while the assigned message plays, but it does not operate on its own.

Is BIG Step-by-Step the same as BIGmack?

No. BIGmack is a single-message communicator. BIG Step-by-Step has the same large activation area style, but adds sequencing so a series of messages can be played in order. Read our dedicated article to see the difference: BIGmack vs BIG Step-by-Step.

How do I get support for the BIG Step-by-Step?

Visit our dedicated BIG Step-by-Step support page, or get in touch with us so we can answer your questions.