i.M1·001
Deliverable 01 of 08
Target developmental level determination
Define the language milestones Meadow targets for the 12-48 month population, with SLP validation.
Approved View draft →
M1
Active · Phase 1
Design Specs
M2
Active · Phase 2
Engine Foundation
M3
Upcoming · Phase 2
Kitchen Scene Complete
M4
Upcoming · Phase 3
All Scenes
M5
Upcoming · Phase 3
Ship It
Phase 1: Discovery & Design · Active
M1.Design Specs.
Lock the target child, vocabulary, interaction model, visual direction, and onboarding flow so Meadow can move into build with minimal interpretation.
8/8
approved
M1 progress
0 awaiting · 0 in progress
8 approved 0 review 0 progress
Status
Active
Review Window
3 days informal, 5 days formal
Next Milestone
M2: Engine Foundation
The 8 deliverables. 8 of 8 approved · 0 awaiting review
ii.M1·002
Deliverable 02 of 08
Vocabulary architecture
Core word list, scene-specific vocabulary, and scope rules calibrated to developmental target.
Approved View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Word list with categorization, scope rules documented, aligned to developmental target from M1-001.View in SOW →
Version history · 5
- v5May 18 Routine alignment: scenes reframed as routines (Time to Eat, Bath Time, Getting Dressed, Bedtime, Playtime). School/Playground/Going Out removed per My House scope (D13). Playtime/Living Room added. Feelings noted as avatar-accessed. SLP questions updated.latest
- v4May 18 Core word board audit: added 10 colors, 3 missing Banajee core words (mine, out, off), permanent 'I love you' phrase. 64→78 core words. Cross-referenced against Project Core 36, Banajee 23, VanTatenhove.
- v3May 17 Visual deliverable — every word rendered with emoji, Fitzgerald Key colors, scene organization, sentence strips, and QuickChat demo. Replaces Google Doc.
iii.M1·003
Deliverable 03 of 08
Interaction design specs
Navigation flow, avatar, routine-based navigation, universal signing, conversation loop behavior, communication board layout — buildable for Phase 2.
Approved View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Buildable navigation flow, conversation loop, and board layout specs validated by SLP review.View in SOW →
Version history · 4
- v0.6May 18 Avatar (My Buddy) as emotional expression hub + I love you button, routine-based navigation (Time to Eat, Bath Time, Getting Dressed, Bedtime, Playtime) with dual-path room browsing, universal triple modality (picture + speech + ASL signing bubble), feelings moved to avatar overlay. 10 sections.latest
- v0.5May 18 Full interaction design spec — compass frame, screen architecture, navigation flow, two modes, QuickChat loop, Learn with Me integration, accessibility. Visual HTML deliverable.
- v0.4May 18 Learn with Me proactive engagement mode — sunflower entry, spotlight-in-scene loop, three-tier response, cognitive tier adaptation, clinical grounding
iv.M1·004
Deliverable 04 of 08
Visual design system
Illustration style, color system, animation language, and Fitzgerald Key integration.
Approved View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Complete visual system with illustration style, color palette, animation specs, and Fitzgerald Key mapping.View in SOW →
Version history · 2
- v1.0May 18 Four art direction options (Soft Crayon, Chalkboard, Bright & Bubbly, Gouache) with side-by-side comparison, Fitzgerald Key integration, dual character system, animation principles. AI-generated sample images for all styles.latest
- v0.3May 15 Brand palette, Fitzgerald Key colors, typography, storybook aesthetic — interactive HTML presentation
v.M1·005
Deliverable 05 of 08
Parent gate & onboarding flow
First-run setup, parent gate mechanism, settings architecture — buildable for Phase 2.
Approved View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Complete onboarding flow spec with parent gate, settings inventory, and data model validated by SLP review.View in SOW →
Version history · 2
- v1.5May 26 Added Insight & Usage section — on-device usage statistics for insurance funding evidence, SLP billing documentation, and parent visibility. Screen mockup, event tracking spec, daily summary data model, privacy guarantees. Fixed section numbering.latest
- v1.0May 20 Two-screen onboarding (under 60 seconds), two-layer parent gate (multi-touch default + optional PIN), full settings inventory, data model, scene-aware grid concept.
vi.M1·006
Deliverable 06 of 08
SLP review completed
3-5 independent SLPs validate vocabulary, interaction design, developmental appropriateness, and clinical credibility. Requires SLP access from AbleNet — engagement plan to follow after exec review.
Approved
Acceptance criteria
Documented review from 3-5 SLPs covering vocabulary, interaction design, and developmental appropriateness.View in SOW →
Version history · 1
- v1May 28 Alyse Royba (SLP, AbleNet) completed full review of all five design deliverables via portal feedback. Findings incorporated into M1-002 (T1 word expansion), M1-003 (scaffolding toggle), M1-004 (skin tone diversity), M1-005 (celebration toggle, modeling intro). Additional SLP reviewers may follow.latest
vii.M1·007
Deliverable 07 of 08
Buildable Phase 2 feature specs
Phase 2 foundation scope assembled from approved M1 artifacts so engineering can begin without redefining product behavior.
Approved View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Implementation package for the Phase 2 foundation, clear enough to begin without inventing missing product logic during build.View in SOW →
Version history · 2
- v1.0May 23 Full build specification — architecture overview, complete data model (10 entities), content format and pipeline, SCS follow-up algorithm, celebration system algorithm, performance budgets (9 measurable targets), test strategy (3 layers, device matrix), testable acceptance criteria for all 12 M2 deliverables, build sequence (4 waves), risk register, and open questions.latest
- v0.1May 21 F1 engine-first scope: SwiftData models, TTS engine protocol, navigation state machine, parent gate, accessibility, event logging. Draft engineering brief.
viii.M1·008
Deliverable 08 of 08
Product brand identity
Product name, visual tone, and App Store positioning confirmed.
Approved View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Confirmed product name, visual tone guidelines, and App Store positioning copy.View in SOW →
Version history · 2
- v1.0May 23 Full brand identity — name rationale, positioning statement, wordmark with leaf glyph, Meadow + Fitzgerald Key color systems with research backing, typography system, brand voice guidelines with in-context examples, App Store listing copy and metadata, app icon direction at three sizes, visual tone principles, open decisions checklist.latest
- v0.3May 15 Meadow wordmark, teal palette, Quicksand + Caveat typography, storybook direction
Phase 2: Foundation + First Scene · Active
M2.Engine Foundation.
Build the approved Meadow foundation on iPad hardware: runtime state, speech, board behavior, onboarding, logging, and accessibility scaffolding.
0/13
approved
M2 progress
0 awaiting · 13 in progress
0 approved 0 review 13 progress
Status
Active
Review Window
3 days informal, 5 days formal
Next Milestone
M3: Kitchen Scene Complete
The 13 deliverables. 0 of 13 approved · 0 awaiting review
i.M2·001
Deliverable 01 of 13
Navigation state machine
Scene → Zone → Sub-zone → Item, with variable depth.
In progress
Acceptance criteria
Functional navigation with back/forward, breadcrumb state, and variable depth per scene.
Version history · 2
- v2.0May 28 Standalone page removed — M1 design docs (interaction-design, compass-frame-tiers, nav-flow-mockup) fully specify navigation. Build directly from M1.latest
- v1.0May 28 Engineering spec — state machine, depth tracking, breadcrumbs, state preservation. Traces to M1-003 compass frame principles and Thistle & Wilkinson (2015) spatial layout research.
ii.M2·002
Deliverable 02 of 13
Communication board
Persistent grid-layout vocabulary board available alongside scene navigation via swipe gesture toggle.
In progress
Acceptance criteria
Board displays core vocabulary, accessible from any screen, with gesture toggle.
Version history · 2
- v2.0May 28 Standalone page removed — M1 interaction design and vocabulary architecture fully specify the board. Build directly from M1.latest
- v1.0May 28 Engineering spec — dual scene/grid view, Fitzgerald Key rendering, tier filtering (21/36/72 words per M1-002), five communication pathways from M1-003.
iii.M2·003
Deliverable 03 of 13
Sentence template engine
2-3 word combination templates appropriate to target developmental level. Delivered jointly with M2-004 — the sentence engine and conversation loop are inseparable.
In progress View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Templates produce grammatically appropriate combinations per tier.
Version history · 2
- v2.0May 28 Rewritten as client-facing delivery report. Engine delivered (F4 merged). Updated to past tense, fixed stats to reflect built vs. planned, added acceptance criteria status, added What's Next section. Trimmed M1 re-explanation to lightweight source links.latest
- v1.0May 28 Engineering spec — merged with M2-004. Follow-up selection algorithm, scaffolding levels, state machine, 8 pragmatic functions, tier-adaptive behavior. Traces to M1-003 grammar-aware prediction ranking and M1-006 Beukelman & Light participation model.
iv.M2·004
Deliverable 04 of 13
Speak-Choose-Speak conversation loop
QuickChat conversation engine: child taps word → speech fires → follow-up suggestions appear → repeat. Delivered jointly with M2-003.
In progress View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Complete SCS loop with contextual follow-ups and speech output.
Version history · 1
- v1.0May 28 Joint deliverable with M2-003. The sentence template engine and SCS conversation loop are architecturally inseparable — the same engine, same state machine, same spec.latest
v.M2·005
Deliverable 05 of 13
Text-to-speech
Age-appropriate voice profile with parentese-inspired intonation.
In progress View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Speech output functional on iPad hardware with configurable voice.
Version history · 1
- v1.0May 28 Engineering spec — 400ms speed budget, interruption handling, rapid-tap resilience, triple modality (picture + speech + ASL sign per M1-003), 0.85× default rate per M1-005.latest
vi.M2·006
Deliverable 06 of 13
Core word bar
Persistent high-frequency words calibrated to developmental level, accessible from every screen.
In progress
Acceptance criteria
Bar visible and functional across all navigation states.
Version history · 2
- v2.0May 28 Standalone page removed — M1 interaction design fully specifies the core word bar. Build directly from M1.latest
- v1.0May 28 Engineering spec — implements M1-003 compass principle #4 ('core words never hidden'), 'I love you' permanence per M1-005, tier filtering, cross-screen persistence.
vii.M2·007
Deliverable 07 of 13
Avatar system
Child's self-representation and emotional expression hub — feelings tray, scene-contextual emotions, 'I love you' access.
In progress View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Avatar accessible from bottom-left of every screen with context-appropriate feelings tray.
Version history · 3
- v3.0May 28 Body content refocused — sections 01-03 rewritten for avatar identity (bottom-left, 'this is me', feelings tray), stripped companion/engagement references. Mockup repositioned.latest
- v2.0May 28 Avatar/Companion split: avatar refocused on feelings and emotional expression only. Companion engagement (Speak With Me, signing, voice) moved to M2-013. Renamed from m2-avatar-companion.html to m2-avatar.html.
- v1.0May 28 Engineering spec — five-step engagement loop from M1-003 (Spotlight → Present → Wait → Celebrate → Advance), tier-adaptive pauses (30-45s/10-15s/5-10s), ~13 feelings, activation vs silence rules, feelings-are-immediate principle.
viii.M2·008
Deliverable 08 of 13
Parent gate
Two-layer: 3-second two-finger hold + optional 4-digit PIN per M1-005.
In progress
Acceptance criteria
Gate blocks child access to settings; both layers functional.
Version history · 2
- v2.0May 28 Standalone page removed — M1-005 onboarding spec fully defines the parent gate. Build directly from M1.latest
- v1.0May 28 Engineering spec — 3-second hold per M1-005, 30-second cooldown after 3 PIN failures, configurable auto-lock (5/10/30/never), full settings inventory behind the gate.
ix.M2·009
Deliverable 09 of 13
Child profile setup
Single-profile child setup under 60 seconds, with the data shape needed for future expansion.
In progress
Acceptance criteria
Profile created and stored on-device, driving vocabulary scope.
Version history · 2
- v2.0May 28 Standalone page removed — M1-005 onboarding spec fully defines child profile setup. Build directly from M1.latest
- v1.0May 28 Engineering spec — four-screen flow from M1-005, tier names (First Words / Word Combinations / Sentences), age-to-tier mapping with pause/celebration/routine defaults, tier-specific first launch behavior.
x.M2·010
Deliverable 10 of 13
Event logger
Structured, append-only interaction event logging from day one.
In progress View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Events captured for all taps, speech outputs, and navigation actions.
Version history · 1
- v1.0May 28 Engineering spec — events map to M1-006 Beukelman & Light communication functions, tracks against M1-002 vocabulary structure (155 compass items, scene word counts), on-device only, insurance documentation support.latest
xi.M2·011
Deliverable 11 of 13
Reward/celebration system
Variable-ratio, surprise-based celebrations for communication milestones.
In progress View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Celebrations fire on configurable triggers without disrupting communication flow.
Version history · 1
- v1.0May 28 Engineering spec — variable-ratio algorithm, tier-adaptive intensity from M1-003 companion engagement loop (step 4: Celebrate), Full/Subtle/Off per M1-005, communication-never-interrupted rule, 55fps performance target.latest
xii.M2·013
Deliverable 12 of 13
Companion character (My Buddy)
Animated guide character — Speak With Me engagement loop, ASL signing demos, ElevenLabs voice, behavioral rules (silent during communication, active during learning).
In progress View draft →
Acceptance criteria
Buddy visible bottom-right on every screen; five-step engagement loop functional; signing bubble displays; distinct ElevenLabs voice; silent during child communication.
Version history · 1
- v1.0May 28 New deliverable — split from M2-007 (avatar/companion were combined). Covers: Speak With Me five-step loop, three-tier response celebration, ASL signing bubble, behavioral silence rules, ElevenLabs companion voice, tier-adaptive pauses.latest
.M2·012
Deliverable 13 of 13
Accessibility infrastructure
VoiceOver, Switch Control scaffolding, 72pt (T1) / 60pt (T2-3) touch targets per M1-003.
In progress
Acceptance criteria
VoiceOver announces all elements; Switch Control navigable; touch targets meet tier minimum.
Version history · 2
- v2.0May 28 Standalone page removed — M1 interaction design and standard iOS accessibility guidelines cover this. Build directly from M1 touch target specs.latest
- v1.0May 28 Engineering spec — three pillars (VoiceOver, Switch Control, touch targets), M1-006 access barrier framework (Motor/Cognitive/Linguistic/Sensory), M1-003 compass predictability principle, zero-failure accessibility audit gate.
Phase 2: Foundation + First Scene · Upcoming
M3.Kitchen Scene Complete.
Validate the full Meadow pattern in one production-depth routine scene before scaling the rest of the app.
0/6
approved
M3 progress
0 awaiting · 6 in progress
0 approved 0 review 6 progress
Status
Upcoming
Review Window
3 days informal, 5 days formal
Next Milestone
M4: All Scenes (amendment-scoped)
The 6 deliverables. 0 of 6 approved · 0 awaiting review
i.M3·001
Deliverable 01 of 06
Kitchen scene with final illustrations
AI-generated illustrations to consistent visual theme for all kitchen zones.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
Complete visual scene with consistent art style across all zones.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
ii.M3·002
Deliverable 02 of 06
6+ zones with full vocabulary depth
Fridge, Pantry, Stove, Table, Fruit, Drinks — with sub-zones where vocabulary depth demands it. 100+ items across zones.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
All zones navigable with complete vocabulary including food, drinks, utensils, people, actions, descriptors.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
iii.M3·003
Deliverable 03 of 06
Avatar context phrases
Kitchen-specific self-expression: hungry, thirsty, all done, yummy, yucky, etc.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
Avatar phrases contextually appropriate to kitchen activities.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
iv.M3·004
Deliverable 04 of 06
Sentence templates for every item
2-3 word combinations appropriate to developmental level for all kitchen vocabulary.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
Every vocabulary item has at least one sentence template.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
v.M3·005
Deliverable 05 of 06
SCS follow-ups for every item
Follow-ups tagged by pragmatic function for every vocabulary item.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
Follow-ups produce contextually relevant conversation continuations.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
vi.M3·006
Deliverable 06 of 06
Complete child experience
Navigate → explore → tap → speak → converse → celebrate. Both orientations, VoiceOver functional, touch targets validated on hardware.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
End-to-end flow works on iPad hardware in both orientations with accessibility.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
Phase 3: Full App + Launch · Upcoming
M4.All Scenes.
Scale the validated Kitchen pattern across the full product: remaining routines, caregiver surfaces, settings, and cross-scene quality control.
0/5
approved
M4 progress
0 awaiting · 5 in progress
0 approved 0 review 5 progress
Status
Upcoming
Review Window
Per amendment terms
Next Milestone
M5: Ship It
The 5 deliverables. 0 of 5 approved · 0 awaiting review
i.M4·001
Deliverable 01 of 05
Remaining routine scenes implemented
Ship the remaining Meadow routines using the validated Kitchen structure and art system.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
All planned routines are navigable, visually consistent, and meet the approved interaction pattern.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
ii.M4·002
Deliverable 02 of 05
Cross-scene vocabulary and content QA
Validate that vocabulary coverage, tier behavior, and routine scope stay coherent across the full app.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
No scene-level content gaps that materially break the communication model or routine coverage.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
iii.M4·003
Deliverable 03 of 05
Profiles, settings, and caregiver controls
Expand the caregiver-side product surface beyond first-run setup into full app management.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
Caregiver settings and profile flows support the full app experience without child-facing regressions.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
iv.M4·004
Deliverable 04 of 05
SLP-facing outputs and management surfaces
Add the reporting, export, and configuration surfaces needed for clinical utility at product scale.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
SLP and caregiver surfaces expose the agreed controls and outputs defined for the broader launch product.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
v.M4·005
Deliverable 05 of 05
Full-app accessibility regression pass
Carry VoiceOver, touch target, and navigation quality across every routine, not just the first scene.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
Accessibility behavior remains intact across all scenes and app surfaces before launch hardening begins.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
Phase 3: Full App + Launch · Upcoming
M5.Ship It.
Harden Meadow for release: hardware validation, compliance, submission packaging, and final AbleNet launch review.
0/5
approved
M5 progress
0 awaiting · 5 in progress
0 approved 0 review 5 progress
Status
Upcoming
Review Window
Per amendment terms
Next Milestone
Post-launch innovation layers
The 5 deliverables. 0 of 5 approved · 0 awaiting review
i.M5·001
Deliverable 01 of 05
Hardware accessibility audit
Validate VoiceOver, touch targets, motion behavior, and input clarity on target iPads.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
Accessibility audit passes on target hardware without launch-blocking regressions.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
ii.M5·002
Deliverable 02 of 05
Performance and reliability pass
Final app validation on the intended device class, including startup, scene transitions, and sustained interaction use.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
The app performs reliably on launch hardware under normal usage conditions.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
iii.M5·003
Deliverable 03 of 05
Apple compliance package
Kids Category, privacy, metadata, and submission requirements assembled and validated.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
Submission package meets Apple policy and Meadow's no-data, child-safe product constraints.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
iv.M5·004
Deliverable 04 of 05
App Store and support launch assets
Store listing copy, screenshots, and support materials prepared for release.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
Launch-facing copy and support surfaces are complete and aligned with the approved Meadow positioning.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.
v.M5·005
Deliverable 05 of 05
Final AbleNet review
Pre-launch review of the release candidate, launch materials, and any final conditions before submission.
upcoming Awaiting kickoff
Acceptance criteria
AbleNet signs off on the release candidate or returns a bounded final issue list.
Version history
- —pending Not yet started.