Flexspeak Stories is a library of illustrated narratives designed for AAC users. This feature offers engaging stories at three different complexity levels to match individual communication needs, with the ability to read and listen to stories in multiple languages simultaneously.

Understanding Story Levels

Level 1: Beginning Communication

• 1-2 short, simple sentences per page

• Basic words and simple structure

• Perfect for new AAC users or those who prefer simpler language

Level 2: Developing Communication

• 2-3 sentences per page

• More varied vocabulary and sentence structure

• Good for users comfortable with basic communication

Level 3: Advanced Communication

• 3-4 sentences per page

• Complex sentences with detailed descriptions

• Best for experienced AAC users

Finding Stories

Browse by Level

• Click "All Levels" to see all available stories

• Use Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 buttons to filter by complexity

• Each story shows its level, title, description, and page count

Search Stories

Use the search bar to find stories by:

• Emotions (Ex: mad, nervous, happy)

• Places (Ex: zoo, home, school)

• Activities (Ex: stop, playing, adventure)

Reading Stories

Story Interface

When you select a story, you'll see:

• Large illustration supporting the text

• Text in your chosen language(s)

• Audio playback buttons for each language

• Settings panel to customize your experience

• Page navigation to move through the story

Language Settings

You can access the Story’s language setting from two places:

• On the story itself

• In the Settings panel

Setting Your Primary Language

1. In the "1st Language" dropdown, select your preferred language

2. In the voice dropdown next to it, choose your preferred voice

Adding a Second Language (Optional)

1. In the "2nd Language" dropdown, select an additional language

2. Choose a voice for the second language

3. To remove the second language, click the "Remove" button

Speech Settings

1. Find the "Speech Rate" slider in the settings panel

2. Move the slider left to make speech slower

3. Move the slider right to make speech faster

4. The setting shows as "Normal" by default

Listening to Stories

1. Look for the speaker icon next to each language

2. Click the speaker icon to hear the story read aloud

3. The story will play using your selected voice and speech rate

4. You can play different language versions to compare

Moving Through Stories

1. Page indicator: Shows current page and total pages (example: "Page 1 of 10")

2. Left arrow: Click to go to the previous page

3. Right arrow: Click to go to the next page

4. Back button: Click to return to the story library

Sharing Stories

Click the "Share" button to send stories to family, friends, or caregivers. Please note that the recipient must create a Flexspeak account in order to view the story.