The “Conversation Ball” is a tool designed to help children improve their conversation skills. It provides a tangible way for them to understand and engage in conversational exchanges. Like a game, a conversation involves back-and-forth interaction: a question or comment is thrown, caught, and responded to.

For autistic children, understanding the abstract concept of conversation can be challenging. The Conversation Ball approach makes this process more concrete and manageable. It encourages follow-up questions, sharing additional information, and empathetic responses based on the emotional tone of the conversation.