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I created these free speech and language worksheets so you can easily download and print them out to use as part of your speech therapy program.  Just scroll down the page to view the worksheets by topic.  You will find free speech therapy worksheets for articulation, vocabulary , grammar, holiday articulation and language games…and lots of other miscellaneous speech therapy creations that I love!  If you would like more information on what articulation therapy is you might like to read a post I have written called  Teaching Speech Sounds: The Process of Traditional Articulation Therapy

Parents:  If you are a mommy or a daddy (or grandma or grandpa) who wants to work with your child at home, you can use these speech therapy activity pages for extra practice.  Just choose the sound position to work on (initial, medial, or final) and click on the corresponding link to view and print the worksheets.  To help make practice more fun, you can print out two of the same page so you have pairs, cut them out, and use them to play a game of memory or go fish. You can also use them as flashcards.  You will find free speech therapy worksheets by sound and at a variety of levels; word level, phrase level and sentence levels!

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27 Basic Concepts Activities for Speech Therapy

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Speech therapy basic concepts activities round-up to download and use now!

Basic concepts are an area that speech therapists address because they are the foundation of language development. Being able to understand and use basic concepts are the root of communicating and comprehending language. They are critical for effective communication and success in all other areas of life, including school. For example, basic concepts encompass: following directions and routines, understanding mathematical terminology, and literacy.

Discover paid and the 4 free basic concepts resources below…

Types of Basic Concepts:

Temporal Concepts – Printable, ready-to-use worksheets to target basic to complex temporal concepts! Concepts included: before/after, first/next/last, first/second/third, beginning/middle/end.

Boom Cards Temporal Concepts – Digital, self-grading, and interactive cards! Temporal concepts included: before/after, first/next/last, first/second/third, beginning/middle/end.

Sequencing Temporal Concepts Cards – This activity is great for introducing the temporal concepts before and after, as well as simple 2-step sequencing.

Boom Cards 3-6 Step Sequencing Bundle – Sequencing events and stories with pictures! This digital resource includes 3-6 step ADL (activities of daily living) sequences. Talk about what happens first, next, last!

Home Life Skills Interactive Books – These functional, home-themed interactive books target tons of language goals – including temporal and spatial basic concepts.

Qualitative

Qualitative Concepts – Target qualitative basic concepts directions with these printable worksheets with varying degrees of difficulty! Concepts included: same/different, separate/together, big/small.

Boom Cards Qualitative Concepts – Digital task cards to teach qualitative concepts, including: same/different, separate/together, big/small.

Quantitative

Quantitative Concepts – Target quantitative basic concepts with print and go worksheets with various levels of difficulty! Concepts included: all/none, one/all, more/less, most/least.

Boom Cards Quantitative Concepts – Boom cards are fun and easy to use! Quantitative concepts included: all/none, one/all, more/less, most/least.

Prepositions Concepts – Spatial prepositions with dog and cat! Perfect for introducing prepositions and positional concepts in repetitive, consistent activities that keep kids engaged. Targets: in/out, on/off, on/in, on/under, over/under, in front/behind, and next to/behind.

Advanced Prepositions – Do your students have down basic prepositions but you need to work on more difficult ones? This resource works on: above/below, inside/outside, top/middle/bottom, near/far, around/through, and towards/away.

Prepositions Play Dough Mats – A no-prep, interactive activity to practice prepositions, build vocabulary, and follow directions! Use play dough, bingo chips, mini objects, or other manipulatives.

Barrier Games – You might already have some barrier games you can use! These barrier games have pre-made sequential directions + spatial directions to practice these skills directly. Read more about what barrier games are and how to use them.

FREE Barrier Game – A free barrier game that includes pre-made sequential and spatial directions to use with your students.

Language Scenes – Use various, themed language scenes year round to target basic concepts. Each scene includes activities targeting prepositions, categories, single and multi-step directions, and more!

Social-Emotional

FREE Basic Concepts Sampler – Free sample pages from basic concepts resources! Includes temporal, emotions, and prepositions concepts. Introduce basic concepts with repetitive, consistent worksheets that keep kids engaged. Print and go or use digitally!

Emotions Concepts – Work on social-emotional concepts with these no prep, printable, multilevel worksheets! Perfect for introducing feelings in a fun and engaging way.

Emotions Social Skills – Social-emotional learning activities for kids. Help students identify and express their emotions, as well as other people’s feelings.

Characteristics

Categories Concepts – Work on categories with these ready to use printable worksheets! No prep, print and go pages (or just open on your device)!

Negation Concepts – Target negation basic concepts directions with these no prep, printable worksheets!

Boom Cards Negation Concepts – Digital, self-grading task cards to teach negation concepts, including: colors, shapes, animals, size, actions, attributes, categories, and generalization scenes.

Adjectives and Opposites – A great way to teach and assess descriptors and modifiers! You can easily teach opposites and negation with this print and go activity.

Patterns and Textures Concepts – Work on patterns and textures with these no prep, printable worksheets! These pages are left open ended for flexibility for what pattern/texture words you want to target.

FREE Birthday Party Mini Picture Scene – This print and go freebie includes a language scene along with 1-step, 2-step, and 3-step directions including colors, sizes, and other concepts.

Speech Therapy Language Visuals and Graphic Organizers – Speech therapy visual supports for basic concepts, language, vocabulary, and grammar.  A staple for language therapy!

Development

Speech-Language Development Handouts – Speech therapy development charts, milestones, and hierarchies! Evidence-based infographics with definitions and explanations. Includes for basic concepts, prepositions, and more.

FREE Speech Therapy Handouts – Download these handouts which contain development stages and more information for language, as well as other areas of speech-language pathology.

You may be interested in reading: How and Why To Teach Basic Concepts

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Free Speech Therapy Tools: Worksheets and Printables

Worksheets and Printables Are Excellent Additions To Your Speech Therapy Regimen.

Our in-depth look at tools for speech therapy continues with a look at free speech therapy tools that you can use at home. Worksheets and Printable Handouts. We have searched the Internet for worksheets that you can use with your child to use as support material in your speech therapy efforts.  There are many different worksheets and handouts to choose from, so we have narrowed it down for you and organized these activities into two categories: activities to help build speech and language skills and activities to help build literacy. And, as we continue to emphasize, these are not a substitute for proper evaluation and treatment from an SLP. These handouts are purely to provide your child with hands-on resources for improving articulation, language building and increased literacy at home and to help build a foundation for correct speech patterns and comprehension.

Many sites contain cute printables that seem better suited for a child’s entertainment, rather than actual speech therapy. Our goal with the list below is to provide valuable links and resources for both families and speech therapists looking for engaging and effective material to use as a supplement to current speech therapy treatments. The benefit to using printable handouts as a speech therapy tool, (other than the price), is that you can find worksheets that treat a specific issue of speech therapy or articulation disorder. For example, you can work specifically on the sound of /r/, if that is the only area where your child needs help. Or, help your child recognize the sounds that vowels make.

We continue to learn from you, so we encourage you to share your best sites and printable sources, so that we can all have access to this helpful information.

Free Speech Therapy Tools — Worksheets for Building Speech and Language:

• www.do2learn.com – terrific resource for kids with special needs. Includes printables and worksheets designed for home and students who need help transitioning into a school setting.
• www.speakingofspeech – a good source for SLP’s including lesson ideas, data sheets and kids activities.
• www.quia.com – interactive speech and language games
• www.freelanguagestuff.com – a wide range of over 20 specific language building exercises and activities. This site breaks down language skills into specifics such as nouns, idioms, adjectives, questions and more.
• http://www.tampareads.com/phonics/whereis/index.htm – a comprehensive site to over 56 worksheets and printables focusing on consonants and vowels.
• http://kindersay.com/words – learning and saying English words. Similar to flashcards.
• Annie’s Rhyme Time  – answer riddles with a two-word rhymes. *update: Annie’s appears to be experiencing intermittent outages, if that link doesn’t work, be sure to check out Scholastic’s other relevant free offerings .
• Rhyming Picture Cards   – nursery rhyme worksheets and printables.
• Rhyme Zone   – has a rhyming dictionary and quizzes.
• International Tongue Twisters – over 3000 tongue twisters presented in 118 languages.

UPDATE: We’ve recently added 5 new free Speech Therapy Lesson Plans for use with or without Speech Buddies Placement Tools.

FREE Speech Therapy Worksheets and Printables

Speech therapy worksheets and printables to help you save time planning and are great for take-home and carryover activities. Find our favorites below!

As a speech-language pathologist (SLP), you are likely always on the hunt for new worksheets and printables for your clients with speech and language delays and/or disorders. If you don’t need to print, I still like how they are super convenient to email home for extra practice or quickly pull up for my telepractice sessions! Tip: open the PDF and use the annotation feature in your video chat platform to fill them out.

Free worksheets and printables are even better for those with limited (or nonexistent) material budgets…we’ve got your back! To make your life easier, find a round-up of some of our favorite free speech therapy worksheets below.

Why Using Worksheets and Printables in Speech Therapy is Beneficial

• They require little to no prep
• They won’t make a mess
• They’re easy to organize and store
• They can make working on goals more fun and engaging
• They can be used for progress monitoring (e.g. do an articulation BINGO activity each quarter and measure progress with it)
• They can be used virtually or printed out

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Free speech therapy worksheets and printables and how to use them.

Within this blog post are worksheets to aid speech therapy practice in sessions and at home. These are suited for various ages and skill levels. They are either linked to our TPT store or via Google Drive link!

Free Articulation Worksheets and Printables

Use these to target specific speech sounds. These are great for getting a lot of reps in!

Articulation BINGO:

• /r/ initial position
• /s/ initial
• /th/ (voiceless) initial
• Find ALL of our Articulation BINGO worksheets here (many more sounds included)

Data Collection Sheet

Free Language Worksheets and Printables

Use these to target specific grammar and vocabulary skills including wh- questions, plural nouns, parts of speech, and figurative language.

Plural Nouns (Regular & Irregular Nouns) Review

WH- Questions Visual

WH- Short Story Questions:

• Camping Trip
• Fall Edition (4 stories)
• Winter Story
• Valentine’s Day
• Fall version
• Halloween version
• Thanksgiving version
• Christmas version

Idioms Worksheet

Free Seasonal Worksheets and Printables

Have fun incorporating holidays and themes into your speech and language activities. These activities are great for mixed groups and can be customized based on whatever goal you’re targeting!

Back to School:

• About Me Activity
• Get to Know You BINGO
• Fall Edition
• Winter Edition

BINGO games:

Scavenger Hunts

• Thanksgiving (highlights the 5 senses)

Free AAC Core Word Resources - Printables

Find a mix of core and fringe word activities for your AAC users and groups.

Core Word of the Week Activities

• GO core word
• MORE core word

Back to School Fringe Vocabulary BINGO

Free Speech Therapy BINGO games

BINGO games are great because they can vary in complexity and goals you can target. Some ideas for use: work on identifying or labeling the chosen word on the Bingo board, hone in on inferencing skills, explore sentence expansion, and so much more!

Articulation:

• /r/ initial
• Back to School (interactive group activity)

Free Administrative Support Documents for Speech Therapists

Gather background information on clients and take data easily with these printables!

Case History/Intake Fillable Form

Articulation Data Collection Sheet

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Following Directions

Following directions is a crucial language skill and a common goal for speech therapy clients/students. 

However, teaching directions is a bit more complicated than it seems. The key is to diagnosis the WHY the child is struggling. Read on to learn more!

Following Directions - Theory Behind Materials

Since I became a speech pathologist a million years ago, working on receptive language skills seemed odd. How can a therapist differentiate between expressive and receptive language? What is the point? Language is language. 

This goes for following directions as well. You don't just work on "following directions." There is much to it.

 A child who needs to work on following directions may have to work on one or all of the following skills:

• concepts (i.e., temporal, qualitative, quantitative etc...)
• working memory (this must be compensated for, not "cured")
• attention (compensated for or treated medically)

It is necessary to evaluate the child to uncover WHY he/she is actually having difficulty with following directions and to target/compensate for that exact skill. 

Following Direction Materials

The main reason a child might not be able to follow a direction could be due to vocabulary deficits. Therefore, you may need to work on tier 1 or tier 2 vocabulary words. 

For vocabulary practice, please check out

• the materials here!
• fall vocabulary
• tier 2 vocabulary packet
• articulation and tier 2 vocabulary materials
• spring vocabulary
• winter vocabulary
• teaching vocabulary tips

Oral and written directions tend to have a lot of specific vocabulary that many children with developmental language disorders need direct instruction on. These concepts include:

• spatial (i.e., on, under, next to, etc...)
• quantitative (i.e., many, one, couple, few, etc...)
• qualitative (i.e., spotted, round, etc...)
• temporal (i.e., first, before, after, etc...)

The grammatical structure of a direction plays a key role in how a child may understand and be able to execute a direction. Therefore, it is necessary to assess receptive/expressive grammar skills. 

To learn more about grammar, check out my page.

Contrary to many expensive programs, you can't fix memory! However, you can compensate for it. Check out my working memory page for specific ideas. 

Attention is not something a speech pathologist directly targets. However, attention can be compensated for such as fidget use, preferential seating, etc....

I created 5 new worksheets that target each "concept" and one fall vocabulary. Since the stimuli is "fall themed," I categorized it under fall on the membership site. There is a page for:

• spatial concepts
• quantitative concepts
• qualitative concepts
• temporal concepts

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Complex Following Directions Activities for Speech Therapy

Are you an SLP trying to work on following complex directions in speech therapy with your older students? Teaching 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders the importance of listening closely to spoken instructions has been an area I have consistently focused on in speech and language therapy . This is such an important classroom – and life- skill.

So, how do you make working on this skill area fun- and help your students see how important it really is to stop and listen closely? In this blog post, I’ll provide you with 3 actionable steps to make teaching following complex directions a breeze in speech therapy.

Step 1: Make Following Complex Directions a CHALLENGE

The key is to make it a challenge . My upper elementary students are so competitive , and I needed to use that to my advantage. The trick was making sure the directions included plenty of higher-level concepts and vocabulary , and that the activity itself wasn’t seen as “babyish”.

The answer: a following directions challenge .

These direction challenges could be used in individual therapy sessions, but they were also great in mixed groups. I passed out the bottom half of the papers to each student. My students had pencils ready in hand, waiting for me to tell them the direction.

I would say the direction, and the students would follow them. After completing the task, they’d look around the table- and notice that not everyone had completed the activity in the same way.

For example, I’d stated in the direction that they needed to write their name in the top left corner- but they immediately noticed when one had written their name in the top right corner instead.

I reminded my students: it wasn’t necessarily who could follow the direction the fastest. This complex multistep following directions challenge was more about who listened closely to all of the small, but important, pieces of information included in the task.

My students weren’t just learning to follow directions- they were also learning to focus.

Step 2: Include a variety of complex direction following concepts

There are several concepts and embedded vocabulary that you will want to target for your students that need support with following directions that are perfect for speech therapy . For example, I made sure to include temporal directions (i.e. such as before, after). Time vocabulary can be very tricky for my students. But temporal concepts aren’t the only important concepts you’ll want to address to make your following directions activity “complex”.

Temporal and Sequential Directions for Speech Therapy

Temporal concepts- or time concepts – can be so confusing for my students. These include terms such as before and after. Sequential concepts include understanding the correct order of events for information.

Temporal and sequential concepts are important for our students to understand.

An example of how I target temporal and sequential concepts in speech therapy using this complex following directions activity: “Before you circle the third A, underline the second A.”

A little while later, I’ll give a similar direction, but I’ve changed WHERE I use the word “before” in the sentence: “Point to the third A before you understand the second A.”

The meaning of the sentence can change completely, depending on where the temporal or sequential vocabulary term is used. This is such an important thing to remember when teaching temporal and sequential concepts, and understanding it requires lots of practice and exposure.

Spatial Directions for Speech Therapy

Following spatial directions requires the understanding of spatial concepts (aka location concepts). It is understanding the positioning of an object, and the relationship of that object to something else.

For younger students, we start by teaching spatial concepts like above, below, behind, and in front of. But by 4th grade, we need to make things a little more complex.

I always start by making sure my students understand the difference between right and left . Most of them don’t.

I then throw in some multiple modifiers to make things a little more complex.

Sure, my student knows how to write their name at the top of the page. But things are a little trickier when they have to write their name in the top left corner of the page. My students often fail to hear all of the components in a direction that contains multiple modifiers .

An example of how I incorporate spatial concepts into complex directions (containing other embedded concepts) would be: “First, write the month in the top right corner of the page. Next, circle the last letter.”

Conditional Directions for Speech Therapy

Conditional concepts can be tricky for our speech therapy students to comprehend. What are conditional concepts? They involve the understanding of “if”. Understanding how “if” can change the meaning of a sentence is very important. It allows the student to know what might happen- or what might not happen.

If we get five feet of snow tonight, we’ll get a snow day tomorrow.

It’s not a guarantee- and if you only get two inches of snow, you better make sure to grab your bookbag.

An example of how I incorporate complex conditional directions in speech therapy would be: “If today is Tuesday, circle the K. If not, underline the L.”

Working your way up to compex directions

Your student might not be at the level of complex yet- but they’re past the level of beginner.

You’ll need to provide leveled instruction.

Some of my students need a little more support initially, so I start by giving them written directions as well as spoken directions . I explain, “This direction is going to contain a time vocabulary word- ‘before’. You have to listen closely so that you know the order I want you to follow this direction in.”

We’d do a quick review of the time vocabulary being targeted:

“Clap your hands before you touch your nose.” My student would complete this task.

“Great. Now, Touch your nose BEFORE you clap your hands.”

We reviewed how the placement of the time vocabulary word in the sentence could change the meaning of the sentence.

Following this, we would highlight any target words that were difficult for them to recall and interpret in the direction.

Step 3: Make Your Direction Following Challenge Quick and Easy to Use During Speech Therapy

These complex following directions pages are super easy to store. I keep mine in a binder- but I also keep several extra copies on hand for “grab ‘n go” resources to use in therapy.

These directions activity worksheets are also super easy to modify.

Let’s say you don’t want to provide the written directions. No problem.

To work on following spoken directions only , I simply cut off the bottom of the page. I gave this to my students, then I kept the top part. Simple and easy, and great for data collection in a group. I just wrote their initials next to the direction, then had a quick “check” or “minus” data collection system.

Additional Uses for these Following Direction Challenge Activities

I have used these complex following directions challenges in several ways in speech therapy.

They make an excellent activity to use in individual therapy or small group therapy. It is easy to collect data using these sheets. You can use one as a warm-up, or combine several worksheets for an entire session targeting following complex directions.

These directions sheets also provide an easy way for me to gather data for the present levels section of an IEP when I’m planning to focus on complex directions objectives . I can get a percentage of accuracy, then re-assess several months later.

They also provide easy homework to send home for speech and language carryover practice.

No matter what, you’ll find these complex directions challenges becoming a “must-have” essential in your speech therapy room.

These worksheets offer a simple way to build complex listening skills and confidence with following directions tasks. They give upper elementary students the opportunity to practice following directions with a variety of embedded concepts.

They allow SLPs to have a grab ‘n go option to take students to that next level with following directions.

These following directions worksheets are challenging, fun and effective . My students have had a BLAST, and I’ve been amazed at the progress they have made in therapy.

Click here to grab these complex directions worksheets today!

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Enhancing Verbal Expression: A Guide to Speech and Language Therapy Worksheets

Welcome to my blog! In today’s post, we will explore the world of speech and language therapy worksheets and how they can enhance verbal expression. Verbal expression plays a crucial role in social emotional development, and these worksheets are valuable tools in helping individuals improve their communication skills. So, let’s dive in and discover the benefits of using speech and language therapy worksheets!

Understanding Verbal Expression

Verbal expression refers to the ability to convey thoughts, ideas, and emotions through spoken words. It involves various components, such as vocabulary, grammar, articulation, and social interaction. However, many individuals face challenges in verbal expression, which can impact their overall communication skills and social interactions.

Common challenges in verbal expression include difficulties with articulation, limited vocabulary, poor grammar and syntax, and struggles in engaging in meaningful conversations. These challenges can hinder individuals from effectively expressing themselves and connecting with others.

Benefits of Speech and Language Therapy Worksheets

Speech and language therapy worksheets offer numerous benefits in promoting language development, enhancing communication skills, and improving social interaction. These worksheets provide structured exercises and activities that target specific areas of verbal expression, making the learning process more engaging and effective.

By using speech and language therapy worksheets, individuals can:

Promote Language Development

Language development is crucial for effective verbal expression. Speech and language therapy worksheets provide opportunities for individuals to expand their vocabulary, learn new words, and improve their understanding of language concepts. These worksheets often include exercises that focus on word associations, categorization, and semantic relationships, helping individuals develop a strong foundation in language skills.

Enhance Communication Skills

Effective communication involves more than just using words. It requires individuals to understand non-verbal cues, interpret social contexts, and engage in meaningful conversations. Speech and language therapy worksheets incorporate activities that target these skills, such as role-playing scenarios, practicing turn-taking, and understanding emotions. By engaging in these activities, individuals can enhance their communication skills and become more confident in expressing themselves.

Improve Social Interaction

Verbal expression is closely tied to social interaction. Individuals who struggle with verbal expression may find it challenging to connect with others and build meaningful relationships. Speech and language therapy worksheets include exercises that focus on social skills, such as initiating conversations, maintaining eye contact, and understanding social cues. These activities help individuals improve their social interaction skills, leading to more successful and fulfilling relationships.

Types of Speech and Language Therapy Worksheets

Speech and language therapy worksheets come in various types, each targeting specific areas of verbal expression. Here are some common types of worksheets:

Articulation Worksheets

Articulation worksheets focus on improving speech sound production. They include exercises that help individuals practice specific sounds and correct any articulation errors. These worksheets often include visual cues and prompts to assist individuals in producing sounds accurately.

Vocabulary-Building Worksheets

Vocabulary-building worksheets aim to expand an individual’s vocabulary. They include activities that introduce new words, reinforce word meanings, and encourage word usage in different contexts. These worksheets may involve matching words with their definitions, completing sentences with appropriate words, or categorizing words based on their meanings.

Grammar and Syntax Worksheets

Grammar and syntax worksheets focus on improving sentence structure and grammar skills. They include exercises that target various grammar rules, such as subject-verb agreement, verb tenses, and sentence formation. These worksheets often involve filling in the blanks, rearranging words to form grammatically correct sentences, and identifying errors in sentence structure.

Conversation and Social Skills Worksheets

Conversation and social skills worksheets aim to improve individuals’ ability to engage in meaningful conversations and understand social cues. These worksheets include activities that focus on turn-taking, topic initiation, active listening, and understanding non-verbal cues. They may involve role-playing scenarios, practicing social greetings, or identifying emotions based on facial expressions.

How to Use Speech and Language Therapy Worksheets

Using speech and language therapy worksheets effectively involves setting goals and objectives, incorporating the worksheets into therapy sessions, and monitoring progress to adjust strategies accordingly.

Setting Goals and Objectives

Before using speech and language therapy worksheets, it is essential to identify the specific areas of verbal expression that need improvement. Set clear goals and objectives that are measurable and achievable. For example, a goal could be to improve articulation by correctly producing specific sounds or to expand vocabulary by learning a certain number of new words.

Incorporating Worksheets into Therapy Sessions

Integrate speech and language therapy worksheets into therapy sessions to provide structured practice and reinforcement. Start with activities that match the individual’s current skill level and gradually increase the difficulty level as they progress. Use the worksheets as a guide to target specific skills and provide feedback and guidance during the sessions.

Monitoring Progress and Adjusting Strategies

Regularly monitor the individual’s progress by tracking their performance on the worksheets. Assess whether they are meeting the set goals and objectives and make adjustments to the strategies if needed. If certain areas are not improving as expected, consider modifying the approach or seeking guidance from a speech language pathologist.

Additional Strategies to Enhance Verbal Expression

While speech and language therapy worksheets are valuable tools, there are additional strategies that can further enhance verbal expression:

Encouraging Storytelling and Narrative Skills

Storytelling and narrative skills play a significant role in verbal expression. Encourage individuals to share their stories, whether real or imaginary, and guide them in organizing their thoughts and structuring their narratives. This practice helps improve their ability to express ideas coherently and engage listeners.

Engaging in Role-Play and Pretend Play Activities

Role-play and pretend play activities provide opportunities for individuals to practice different social scenarios and develop their communication skills. Encourage them to take on different roles, express themselves in various contexts, and engage in interactive play with others. These activities help individuals become more comfortable in expressing themselves and understanding social dynamics.

Using Visual Aids and Prompts

Visual aids and prompts can support individuals in verbal expression by providing visual cues and reminders. Use pictures, charts, or diagrams to help individuals understand and remember vocabulary words, grammar rules, or conversation strategies. Visual aids can enhance comprehension and facilitate the transfer of knowledge into practical communication skills.

Resources for Speech and Language Therapy Worksheets

There are various resources available for speech and language therapy worksheets:

Online Platforms and Websites

Explore online platforms and websites that offer a wide range of speech and language therapy worksheets. EverydaySpeech is an excellent resource that provides a comprehensive library of worksheets targeting different areas of verbal expression. They offer a free trial to get started, so you can experience the benefits firsthand.

Books and Publications

Books and publications by speech language pathologists are valuable resources for finding speech and language therapy worksheets. Look for books that focus on specific areas of verbal expression and offer practical exercises and activities. These resources can provide additional guidance and support in enhancing communication skills.

Collaborating with Speech Language Pathologists

Collaborating with speech language pathologists can be highly beneficial in accessing specialized speech and language therapy worksheets. They can provide personalized recommendations and create customized worksheets based on individual needs. Working with a speech language pathologist ensures that the worksheets align with specific goals and objectives.

Verbal expression plays a crucial role in social emotional development, and speech and language therapy worksheets are powerful tools in enhancing communication skills. By using these worksheets, individuals can promote language development, improve communication skills, and enhance social interaction. Additionally, incorporating additional strategies such as storytelling, role-play, and visual aids can further enhance verbal expression. Explore the resources available, including EverydaySpeech’s free trial, to embark on a journey towards enhanced communication skills and meaningful connections.

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Helping children to understand concepts

Have you ever met two people at the same time and then struggled to remember who was who the next time you saw them? I know I have! Unless we make a conscious memory to establish the correct name for the correct person, it’s all too easy to associate both names with each person (think Ant and Dec).

It’s the same when children with speech and language difficulties are learning concept words such as ‘first’ and ‘last’, ‘hot’ and ‘cold’ or ‘tall’ and ‘short’. Although it’s tempting to teach concepts in pairs of opposites, like ‘fast’ and ‘slow’, we risk the child associating both words with each concept and becoming confused with what the words mean. It can support children to start by categorising objects and pictures into those which demonstrate one target concept and those which do not e.g. ‘soft’ and ‘not soft’. This helps to build understanding of the concept ‘soft’, without confusing the child with extra vocabulary. Use lots of different activities and games to work on this concept and use it in your talking around the house. Once they have a good understanding of this concept and they are able to use the word themselves correctly, you can focus on other concepts. Come back to the opposite words (e.g. ‘hard’) later when they have a good understanding of a range of concepts. It is more important that a child is able to learn a smaller number of concepts really well, than trying to introduce too many concepts, too quickly.

For some children it helps them to start learning concept words in relation to themselves, rather than starting with objects or pictures. For example, if you were working on the concept ‘first’ you could stand in a queue at the door and talk about who is ‘first’ in the line. You can talk about when your child wins a game and comes ‘first’ or who is ‘first’ to sit down at the table. Helping them to develop their understanding of the concept at this personal level can support their understanding of the word and they can then move onto activities using objects (e.g. having a race with cars and talking about who came ‘first’) and pictures (using books to talk about who is the ‘first’ character to appear in a story).

The more that your child hears you using these concept words around the house during everyday activities, the more they will be able to understand and use the words correctly themselves. This is really important for understanding and following instructions at home and in the classroom.

You can find more activities and games for supporting your child’s understanding of concepts in our ‘Language Activities’ section.