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Speech Development Training for Child Care Providers and pre-k teachers

What To Do When You Don't Understand What A Child Says: Tips From A Speech Therapist

A child is talking to you…and you have no idea what they just said. You don’t want to ignore them, but you also don’t want to repeat “what?” over and over again.
Sound errors are completely normal during toddlerhood and preschool years — but knowing what speech sounds are expected, when to be concerned, and how to respond in unclear moments can help children (and you!) feel less frustrated and more confident to keep communicating.
In this self-paced video training, you’ll learn:
  1. The difference between speech and language, and the factors that affect how clearly a child speaks. 
  2. What sounds are actually expected at each age from 2-5, and how much of a child’s speech you should be able to understand at each age. 
  3. How to respond when a child says a sound wrong, in a way that encourages them to keep trying, instead of frustrating them.

Know exactly how to respond in a way that keeps children communicating, builds their speech skills, and reduces frustration for both of you.
Resources

Includes a downloadable handbook you can reference forever!

Inside this 46 page digital handbook you'll find:
  • Easy-to-read speech sound development charts and speech intelligibility visual charts by age
  • Speech sound checklists containing the typical and atypical sound errors with examples so you can share concerns with families with specific observations
  • Strategies of what "to do" to support correct speech sound production and how to respond when you have no idea what a child says — clearly explained with step by step examples and a quick "What not to do" section
  • Book, finger plays, game, and toy suggestions broken down by sound to support speech development
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Training outcomes

By the end of this 3 hour | 0.3 CEU training, participants will be able to:

  • Name early developing and later developing sounds
  • Name 3 right ways to respond that increase speech sound development
  • Demonstrate how to respond when you do not understand what a child said
  • Answer parent FAQ’s that relate to speech sound development

See what early childhood educators are saying

"Kelly did a great job of providing new, up-to-date info in a clear manner! Great info!

The information was clear and easily related to my classroom experiences.  I appreciate the handbook that comes along to use as a reference.  I also appreciated the video examples as it allowed me to see exactly what was being referenced as I may see it in the classroom.”
"I love how interactive and thorough the training was. It really caught my attention from the beginning.

I love the details of "why" certain techniques and items are preferred. It gives me language to give parents!"
"Kelly is clearly knowledgeable in her field and passionate about helping others learn best practices.

This training provided valuable insights into the different aspects of speech. I found it especially interesting to learn about the various factors that can impact speech. The FAQs helped clarify common misconceptions and gave me a better understanding of speech development and disorders.

Because constantly saying “What?” gets frustrating for everyone

Know What Is And Is Not Typical
Easy-to-read speech development charts by age along with typical and atypical sound errors so you know what's expected and when to bring up concerns to families.
Leave Knowing Exactly What To Do
Watch video examples that demonstrate speech development at different ages along with role play activities so you can practice different ways to respond when you have no idea what a child says.
Support Speech Through Play
Recommendations for books, fingerplays, toys, games, and simple activities that help support speech sound development during routines you're already doing.

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Meet Your Trainer

Hi, I'm Kelly
A licensed Speech Language Pathologist, Early Intervention Specialist, Child Care Trainer, and Former Family Child Care Owner

I work alongside teachers every day caring for children with developmental delays, feeding challenges, speech and language disorders, and more.

I kept hearing the same thing: "Our trainings don't teach us this." So I created trainings that do! 

No fluff. Just practical strategies designed to fit naturally into everyday routines with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
Speech-language pathologist working on professional development resources for early childhood educators
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