Table of Contents

Foreword Introduction 1. Attention, listening and memory skills 2. Listening skills 3. Phonological awareness 4. Comprehension of language 5. Expressive language (spoken) 6. Social communication difficulties in children 7. The development of speech 8. Working with Parents Glossary Resources Appendix: Good listening rules

About the Author

Cathy Allenby – Teacher in the Language Unit of the Adult, Children and Family Services, Hull City Council, UK. Judith Fearon-Wilson – Teacher in the Language Unit of the Adult, Children and Family Services, Hull City Council, UK. Sally Merrison – Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, UK. Elizabeth Morling – Series Editor, SEN Consultant and former Head of the Education Service for Physical Disability, Hull City Council, UK

Reviews

"I would readily recommend this resource to colleagues and teaching staff requiring useful, realistic approaches. It is an excellent book that will undoubtedly promote positive teaching strategies to enhance the learning experiences of pupils with suspected or previously diagnosed communication and interaction difficulties." – Becky Hawkins, Nasen Special"This book provides a brief, concise and expert overview of the range of difficulties that are experienced by children with speech, language and communication disorders, along with the key strategies that can be used to help overcome them. It is very clearly laid out, extremely easy to navigate and guidance in any specific areas can be accessed within seconds, and read within minutes. The writing style is direct and to the point, with essential information presented in bullet points throughout [...] The authors have created a useful handbook and invaluable resource for busy teachers or SNAs in either mainstream or special education settings." - Róisín De Faoite, REACH Journal of Special Needs Education in Ireland