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Interactive story books for children with special educational needs

SEN Assist CD cases from top-left clockwise: Red Riding Hood, The Three Pigs, The Three Bears, The Gingerbread Man


“What a brilliant marriage of talents! A very likeable, clear, enthusiastic and expressive voice, with graphics which are appropriate and fun, very child friendly. The interactive stories and games could have huge potential as a SEN learning tool and in the educational field generally. Our autistic son, age 6 years, loves it. Fantastic!” – Mike Williams, Hampshire, UK

SEN Assist is a series of four interactive story books with symbols for children with special educational needs. Activities are based on classic familiar stories with repetitive language that continues to enchant all children.

Four titles are available:


SEN Assist activity screenshot slideshow


Each software title features:

  • 24 activities: matching, sequencing, spelling, comprehension, prepositions and pronouns, making the P Levels easier to assess.
  • 4 different ability levels. Designed to make differentiation easy and raise children;s self esteem.
  • Language is taken from the UK National Curriculum first 100 High Frequency words.
  • A child can choose their own teacher. They have 48 different motivational characters to choose from.
  • The writing is animated with associated symbols (ideal for visual learners.)
  • Autism friendly! Activities and work systems link with TEACCH. Build independence skills through computer tasks. Only print certificates once a child completes activities independently.
  • 6 activities in a row to get a certificate with their name and chosen character. These are a lovely addition to records of achievement.
  • Created and tested by special needs teachers.
  • Suitable for use on interactive whiteboards, touch screens and PC.

Each title also includes switch version and ALL associated printable resources.

Benefits for Teachers

  • Made for teachers by Special Educational Needs teachers.
  • Feel confident you can differentiate to meet individual needs.
  • Spend less time on planning and making resources.
  • Be amazed at the independence and progress achieved.

Benefits for Parents

  • Your child will have access to specialist teaching at home.
  • See your child enjoy learning reading and communication skills.
  • Access the individual education that your child deserves.
  • Be amazed at the independence and progress achieved.

Requirements and ResourcesexpandClick to collapse

System Requirements

  • Windows
    • Processor: Pentium 233-megahertz (MHz) processor or faster
    • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
    • Display: Super VGA (800 × 600) or higher resolution
    • Sound card; Speakers or headphones

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SEN Assist is targeted at the following age ranges:

  • Early Childhood
  • Early Primary

SEN Assist is designed to foster development in the areas of:

  • Early concepts
  • Literacy
  • Switch use

Users can access SEN Assist in the following ways:

  • Mouse/ Trackball/ Joystick
  • Keyboard
  • Single Switch