School-Age Talk Box
The purpose of the Talk Box is to give parents suggestions to help create language-rich environments at home, in the park, at the mall, or anywhere. It is meant to be a resource for any parent. It is not meant to be a substitute for a speech-language pathologist.
http://humanservices.alberta.ca/family-community/talk-box-school-age.html
http://humanservices.alberta.ca/family-community/talk-box-school-age.html
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How to Use the Talk Box
A brief description of what is included in the Talk Box, why it was included, and how to use it. 
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Checklists
What speech sounds children should be saying at each age.
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Activities
Games that help with talking and listening skills. Games that cost nothing and ones you can buy.
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Learning More Than One Language
Information and tips for families where children are learning to speak more than one language.
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Resource List
A list of books, DVDs, videos, and web sites with more information about speech and language development.
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Newsletters
Everyday tips, activities to try, what to expect, when to get help and where to get help, for children birth to 5 years
http://humanservices.alberta.ca/family-community/talk-box-school-age.html
Everyday tips, activities to try, what to expect, when to get help and where to get help, for children birth to 5 years
http://humanservices.alberta.ca/family-community/talk-box-school-age.html
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Talking is Key
http://humanservices.alberta.ca/family-community/talk-box-talking-is-key.html
Children need to be good communicators to be successful in day to day living. Parents play an extremely important role in helping their children become good communicators. These “Talking is Key” 12 minute videos show examples of children from 3 months to 5 years of age. You can follow the development of speech and language skills throughout these ages. You will also learn everyday tips of how parents help children learn language at each age.
The Talking is Key DVD is available in English and 11 additional voice overs. Watch the Talking is Key videos below.
Please note that Windows Media Player is required to view these videos.
Preschool Speech Language Services: 403-955-1300
*If you have concerns about your child’s language development, please discuss with your health care provider.
http://humanservices.alberta.ca/family-community/talk-box-talking-is-key.html
Children need to be good communicators to be successful in day to day living. Parents play an extremely important role in helping their children become good communicators. These “Talking is Key” 12 minute videos show examples of children from 3 months to 5 years of age. You can follow the development of speech and language skills throughout these ages. You will also learn everyday tips of how parents help children learn language at each age.
The Talking is Key DVD is available in English and 11 additional voice overs. Watch the Talking is Key videos below.
Please note that Windows Media Player is required to view these videos.
Preschool Speech Language Services: 403-955-1300
*If you have concerns about your child’s language development, please discuss with your health care provider.