This article caught my eye because the Cyrano Comunicator David is
trying to learn as a Communication device is actaully an HP PDA! it
is very age appropriate and portable.

Geneva Centre for Autism Launches e-Learning Initiatives Using Palm
Mobile Technology
New e-Learning Program Funded by Palm Foundation Grant Promotes
Greater
Independence Among Individuals with Autism

TORONTO, Jan. 31 /CNW/ - Palm Canada today announced a Palm
Foundation
cash grant and the donation of 100 Palm(R) handhelds and accessories
to
kick-start a new e-Learning program at the Geneva Centre for Autism.
The
resources are being used for training and technical-support costs
associated
with transferring paper-based visual cues and reminders onto Palm
handheld
devices. The handheld's design, portability, ease of use and ability
to
support visuals has proven to be a valuable learning tool for
individuals with
autism.
Today's announcement represents Phase II of Palm's commitment to
Geneva Centre for Autism. In Phase I, Palm worked with the centre to
create an
e-Learning pilot program that involved training a small group of
teens and
young adults with autism to use Palm Z22 handhelds. As part of Phase
II, the
centre is receiving 100 new Palm T/X handheld devices, which will
enable the
centre to increase the number of individuals who can participate in
the
program and advance those who have benefited from Phase I. Part of
the Palm
Foundation grant also includes protective cases, headsets, stylus
pens and
keyboards for the new T/X devices.
"We are very excited to work with the Palm Foundation to advance
our
mobile-learning initiatives for autistic individuals using cutting-
edge
technology. Our goal is to empower people with autism by giving them
the tools
they need to lead independent, confident lives," says Margaret Whelan,
executive director, Geneva Centre for Autism.