Description
Persisting Speech Difficulties in Children is an essential resource for educators, speech therapists, and parents who work with school-age children facing ongoing speech challenges. This insightful guide delves into the psycholinguistic nature of speech difficulties, providing evidence-based strategies for intervention. The comprehensive content is drawn from extensive research on children’s speech and literacy difficulties, making it a valuable tool for designing effective intervention programs that cater specifically to individual needs. With a focus on measuring intervention outcomes, readers will gain practical solutions, including beneficial word lists, tips, and ready-to-use photocopiable sheets found in the appendix. Each chapter encapsulates recent research findings, concluding with a succinct bullet-point summary for easy reference. This book not only explains the psycholinguistic approach but integrates it with various methodologies, enabling practitioners to customize their approaches for each child. The inclusion of relevant case studies provides additional insight into the practical application of strategies discussed, ensuring that professionals and caregivers can effectively support children with persisting speech difficulties. Enhance your understanding of speech-related challenges and improve your intervention techniques with this indispensable handbook for dealing with children’s speech difficulties.