The SAM (Symbols and Meaning) builds strategies for developing a strong sensory foundation for emergent learners with profound and complex learning needs including visual and hearing impairments (deafblind).
SAM imparts the foundational concepts Key for communication and learning: people, objects, actions, and places so that symbols referring to them are meaningful.
Using SAM enables learners to understand:
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What is it?
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What does it do?
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How does it relate to other things?
People: The self and others
Objects: Tangible things
Actions: Body movements of the self and others
Places: Where things are, contexts for groups of things
The 18 SAM games reinforce the meaning of symbols learned in natural environments and expand symbols use to communication contexts, like books.
SAM includes four assessments that determine need and plan instruction:
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Symbol and referent analysis: Common words
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Symbol and referent analysis: Academic vocabulary
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Environmental gap inventory: Missing concepts in common environments
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Curriculum-based gap inventory: Early academic skills and basic concepts
Kit Includes
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2 baskets
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25 plastic story pages Assessments and Games book
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Electronic assessment forms
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Guidebook, Large Print
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SAM videos
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Sport bag
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3 sizes, Story bags
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3 sizes, Story binders
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Vinyl story box liners
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6 story boxes
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Non-glare plastic tray liner
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Vinyl tray liners
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2 trays
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Black hook/loop material strip and coins
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White hook/loop material strip and coins
Specifications
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Weight: 2.25 kg (4.965 lbs)
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Dimensions: 35 x 30.5 x 28.7 cm (13.8 × 12 × 11.3 in)
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Product Type: Multiple Disabilities, Tactile Learning
- Warranty: 1 Year
Bridges accepts institutional P.O’s (purchase orders).
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How secure is my online order?
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What payment methods are accepted?
We accept Visa and MasterCard for online orders.
What if I do not have a credit card?
If you do not have a credit card, please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) to discuss alternative payment methods.
How do I know if you have received my order?
When your order has been completed, you will receive a confirmation e-mail that will be sent to the e-mail address that you entered in the "Registration” page before checkout.
Shipping
What shipping options are available?
Most of our items are shipped by secured courier, which takes 3-5 business days to reach the customer. Where service is not available, or due to the special requirements of the product, we will also use UPS, Puralator or Canada Post.
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How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is calculated individually depending on the weight and size of the item. This will be calculated automatically upon checkout and will be included in the total price when you go to the checkout.
How long does it take for me to receive my order?
Order processing time depends on availability of the product from the manufacturer, but typically products are shipped within 10-15 business days after the order is placed. See shipping options for the number of days it will take to reach you after it leaves our warehouse.
Do you ship internationally?
No, we currently sell our products and services only in Canada.
How can I track my order?
When the order is shipped out, you will receive an e-mail with a tracking number. If you do not receive this e-mail, please call 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) to receive your tracking number.
Returns
Do you offer a money back guarantee?
We offer a 21-day money-back guarantee unless otherwise noted. Products must be returned in a resalable condition as determined by Bridges. Returns are subject to a 20 percent restocking fee after 21-days. Many of our manufacturers offer additional limited warranties of longer durations on their products. Returns will no longer be accepted after a period of 90 days. Please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) or send an e-mail to info@bridges-canada.com for more information about manufacturer's warranties or returning your product.
Please note, customers cannot return software for a refund. However, we do offer a store credit for the full amount if returned within 21 days. After 21 days a restocking fee may apply.
How do I return a product?
To return a product you need to get a Return Authorization (R.A.) number from us. Please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST), e-mail us at info@bridges-canada.com or fax us at 905-542-7242 to get an R.A. number and further instructions. Please note, Bridges will not accept returns without an R.A. number. The customer is responsible for shipping costs of returned products.
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