Issue 21, Page 16-17: Where does spoken language fit into the national curriculum?
How might you answer this question? Some may say "that’s the focus of the English department", or "we are building maths concepts here". What about the...
Read moreIssue 21, Page 14-15: Modelling vs testing: When should we ask questions (test) and when should we model language?
When interacting with children we often find ourselves asking lots of questions e.g., “What’s teddy doing?” “How many cats are there?” This type of testing...
Read moreIssue 21, Page 13: Book spotlight
Two new publications packed with ideas to support children and young people with play and with sensory processing. For a chance to win a copy...
Read moreIssue 21, Page 10-12: Rising to the challenge: How to support children presenting with Special Educational Needs in mainstream settings
Specialist speech and language therapist, Sophia Parinchy shows how mainstream practitioners really can make a difference as she shares three top tips for inclusion. Sophia Parinchy...
Read moreIssue 20, Page 9-13: The Link Live 2021: An SLCN journey from 4-14 years
Virtual Conference 21st & 22nd May 2021 #LinkLive21. £100 worth of freebies from our online shop. Live chat with the Speech and Language Link Team....
Read moreIssue 20, Page 8: From one TA to another: Packing the bag
How many outings will be possible this term remains to be seen, but with the warmer weather there are more opportunities to take learning outside,...
Read moreIssue 20, Page 6-7: Invest in your most important tool… Voice!
A teacher’s voice is their most important tool; for engaging and motivating pupils, delivering important information clearly, supporting social and emotional development, and managing behaviour. Due...
Read moreIssue 20, Page 4-5: I Talk Like A River
I do not stutter because I am nervous. I do not stutter because I am weak or fearful. I do not stutter because I’m unintelligent. I do...
Read moreIssue 20, Page 3: Infant Language Link
We know extra support is essential to help narrow the SLCN gap that has been exacerbated by Covid disruption. Infant Language Link can help schools...
Read moreIssue 20, Page 18-19: Ask a therapist: Managing your SLCN caseload
QUESTION: “Lots of children in my school need support with their speech and language skills – How can I manage my caseload?” ANSWER: Managing a large...
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