What is the TALK BOX ?
• a resource for parents and those working with all children
• information and activities to promote children’s speech and language development
• two versions-preschool (birth to 5 years)-school-age (5 to 12 years)
Purpose of
To provide ideas for creating language-rich environments:
• at home• in the park • in the car
. . . everyday and everyway!
• activities to try at home
• when and where to get help
Newsletters
Organized by age from birth to 12 years old
Includes:
Speech Sounds Checklist
Outlines the development of speech sounds from birth to 8 years old
Talking and Listening Checklist
Outlines the development of language skills from birth to 5 years old
Monthly Activity Sheetsfor Preschoolers
• seasonal activities • book suggestions• craft ideas
Contains:
PreschoolToy Cards
Ideasfortalkingabouttoys
Good Times with Gamesfor School-age Children
Playing a game is a great way to have fun and build language.
Games on the Go
Ideas for games that:• are easy to play• build language• don’t cost a thing!
Resource Lists
• books• DVDs • videos• websites
Includes suggested:
Special Newsletter on Second Language Learning
Children need opportunities to speak and listen in their family’s first language.
Referral Information