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A five-minute Rocket Launch phrase-play routine

Set aside a short, shared moment—about five minutes is plenty. Sit nearby, open Rocket Launch, and let your child choose what feels interesting. There is no need to ask for a repeat, a “right” answer, or a certain number of turns.

  1. Start together. Say, “Let’s play Rocket Launch.” If it feels welcome, model one big phrase such as “Ready, set, go!” and then pause.
  2. Offer the choices. Let your child tap a phrase, point, watch, or take a break. You can model the phrase that fits the moment: “Let’s go!”, “Go fast!”, “I want more!”, “Help!”, “Stop,” or “All done.”
  3. Follow their lead. When your child chooses a phrase, respond to the play: enjoy the rocket moment, repeat the phrase naturally if you want to, or wait quietly. Their participation can look different from one playtime to the next.
  4. Keep it light. Use the Voice and Quiet controls in the way that feels comfortable. Repeats are welcome; you can choose a different phrase, play again, or pause whenever it suits your child.
  5. Finish warmly. End when the moment feels complete. You might say, “All done, rocket,” or “We can play again another time.”

Rocket Launch is a small phrase-play activity for shared home practice and family play. It does not score speech, record voices, collect play information, provide medical care, or replace guidance from a qualified professional. If your family works with a speech-language professional, use their guidance first.

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