Communication For All: Enabling Different Communication Methods in EYFS/Primary (210125)

This workshop focuses on developing positive interactions between practitioners and children with communication differences [including children who are pre-verbal, minimally speaking or predominantly use communication methods other than spoken language]. This workshop provides guidance on strategies for interacting with children through child-led play and throughout the day as well as how to be a supportive communication partner. ‘Any time an adult responds to a child’s message, either verbally or non-verbally, and the child responds back, an interaction has started. And it’s within these early back-and-forth interactions that the foundation for all of a child’s future conversations are built.’ The Hanen Centre