Speaking, listening, and communicating are essential for school and social life, but many kids struggle to master these skills. For kids with challenges such as speech and language impairments, communication can be particularly difficult.
Apps are one way for children to practice speech and language skills. Common Sense Media has compiled a list of apps for beginner, intermediate, and advanced users at https://www.commonsensemedia.org/guide/special-needs/s/communication
Common Sense Media also provides suggestions for identifying and addressing kids’ challenges with communication, tips for finding effective apps, and a list of related resources.
Learn more
Communication Matrix: an easy-to-use initial assessment tool for people of all ages
Communication Development in Children with Language Delays: a range of tools, including a list of signs to help identify a language delay, as well as articles to help parents and teachers better understand kids’ communication needs
The ABCs of Child Development: Developmental Milestones for Your Child’s First Five Years: a map to help you follow kids’ developmental milestones from birth to age 5.
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