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Dual Language ‘Getting Started with Symbols’ Pack
Symbolised resources for multilingual schools
Fully editable, symbol-supported dual language resources designed to help multilingual schools create inclusive, Symbol-Friendly environments through consistent visual communication across learning, school life and communication with families.
Included with Widgit Online Pro & Plus subscriptions
What's included...
The pack brings together a range of ready-made and customisable dual language resources across five key areas: Environment and Transitions, Teaching and Learning, Wellbeing, Staff Awareness and Communication with Parents. Resources include visual supports, curriculum materials, Communication Boards and staff guidance, supporting the effective use of symbols across the school.
All resources within the pack are provided in Arabic by default and have been professionally translated by native-speaking linguists at Comtec Translations, ensuring linguistic accuracy and cultural relevance. The resources can also be adapted for use in other languages.
Environment and Transitions
Support consistent, accessible school environments with symbolised signage, labels, routines and visual timetables.
Teaching and Learning
Use symbolised word mats, question prompts, flashcards, Communication Boards and adaptable activities to support learning across the curriculum.
Wellbeing
Support communication, emotional regulation and participation with visual prompts, lanyards, regulation resources and restorative conversation tools.
Communication with Parents
Support consistency between home and school with symbol-supported resources that families can use to reinforce familiar routines and communication.
Staff Awareness
Support staff to use symbols effectively with clear guidance, checklists and advice on adapting resources for other languages.
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Environment and Transitions
Consistent Signage and Labelling
- Book Corner Library Labels
- Classroom Drawer Labels
- Classroom Rules Central Theme Example
- Door School Signage (Black and White)
- Door School Signage (Colour)
- Early Years Classroom Signage
- Organisational Classroom Signage
- Other Display Signage
- Primary Classroom Signage
- Routine Posters
- Say Hey Your Way
- School Values Example
- Subject Display Signage
- Welcome Signage
Visual Timetables
- Days and Months
- Early Years Subjects
- Folding Chart
- Folding Chart Instructions
- Primary Subjects
- Secondary Subjects
Teaching and Learning
Topic Specific Vocabulary and Prompts
Word Mats
- Reading Word Mat Example
- STEM Word Mat Example
- UAE Word Mats
- Writing Word Mat Example
- Year 1 - 6 Number Word Mat Example
Question Stems
- EYFS Question Stems
- Year One Question Stems
- Year Two Question Stems
- Year Three Question Stems
- Year Four Question Stems
- Year Five Question Stems
- Year Six Question Stems
Key Question Cards
- EYFS Key Questions
- Year One Key Questions
- Year Two Key Questions
- Year Three Key Questions
- Year Four Key Questions
- Year Five Key Questions
- Year Six Key Questions
Flashcards
- 2D Shapes
- Arabic Numbers 0 - 9
- Opposites
- Science Sentence Starters
- Scientific Enquiry
- UAE Vocab Circles
- UAE Vocab Squares
Communication Boards
- Classroom Communication Board
- Colour Scheme Rules
- Lunch Time Communication Board
- Playground Communication Board
Adaptive Teaching Support
- Flashcard Matching Examples
- Labelling Examples
- Matching Worksheet Examples
- Multiple Choice Examples
- Story Writing Scaffold Example
- Synonyms Example
Wellbeing
- Answers Paddle Fan
- Lanyard Cards
- Medical Board
- Now and Next Board
- Now and Next Timetable Flashcards
- Regulation Bubble
- Regulation Chart
- Regulation Fan
- Restorative Conversations
- School Council Questionnaire
Communication with Parents
- Bedtime Poster
- Getting Ready Folding Chart
- Getting Ready Poster
- Toileting Poster
- Washing Hands Poster
Staff Awareness
- Admin Checklist
- Create a Document Checklist
- Create from a Template Checklists
- Good Symbolisation Poster
- Translating into other Languages Instructions
- Why we use Symbols Poster
Over 100 new symbols reflecting regional culture and daily life
Alongside the resources, the pack includes a dedicated wordlist featuring vocabulary relevant to the UAE and wider Middle East region, including over 100 newly developed Widgit Symbols reflecting local culture, landmarks and daily life. For guidance on enabling and using the wordlist, please refer to the document included in the pack.