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Talk Box - A parent's guide to creating language-rich environments

School-Age Talk Box

The purpose of the Talk Box is to give parents suggestions to help create language-rich environments at home, in the park, at the mall, or anywhere. It is meant to be a resource for any parent. It is not meant to be a substitute for a speech-language pathologist.

How to Use the Talk Box

What is in the Talk Box, and how you can use it.

Checklists

What speech sounds children should be saying at each age.

Activities

Games that help with talking and listening skills.  Games that cost nothing and ones you can buy.

Picture of two children reading on a couch. One child says "What do you think will happen next?"

Newsletters

Everyday tips, activities to try with your 5 - 12 year old, what to expect, when to get help, and where to get help. 

Learning More Than One Language

Information and tips for families where children are learning to speak more than one language.

Picture of mother and child waiting in a dentist office.  Mother says "...and then the dragon leapt into the sky when all of a sudden...".  The child responds with " when all of a sudden there was a flash of light right behind the dragon!".

Resource List

A list of books, DVDs, videos, and web sites with more information about speech and language development.

Referral Card

Where to Get Help when you need it
   


Parents are encouraged to use their own language with their child.

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