Free Resources for Professionals
Misunderstood
Explains what speech, language and communication needs are, includes advice and guidance on how to support communication development.
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Aimed at – those who work with children and young people to give an introduction to the subject
Don’t Get Me Wrong
Follow-on publication from Misunderstood, looks in more detail at speech, language and communication needs giving support and guidance.
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Aimed at – those who work with children and young people and have some understanding of speech, language and communication needs but would like to find out more
Universally Speaking (birth to 5)
- Provides information about what helps children learn to talk and listen, whether they are on the right track and what to do if you have concerns about any of the children you work with.
- Produced in partnership with Pearson Assessment, Hello sponsor
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This is the first of 3 booklets aimed at those who work with children aged 0-5
Other Ways of Speaking
Looks at the different methods we use to communicate, especially the methods used by children who have no speech or whose speech is difficult to understand.
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Aimed at - those who live or work with children and young people who use alternative methods of communication or with children who may need this support.
Primary Milestone Poster – What’s typical talk at primary?
The poster identifies milestones that primary aged children are likely to be at with their communication. A copy has been sent to all primary schools in England.
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Aimed at – those who work in primary schools.
Secondary Milestone Poster – What’s typical talk at secondary?
The poster identifies milestones that secondary aged children are likely to be at with their communication. A copy has been sent to all secondary schools in England.
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Aimed at – those who work in secondary schools.
Factsheets from I CAN
These factsheets from I CAN are designed for proffesionals to support children who have difficulties with speech and language.