Key Word Signing for the Early Childhood Setting - ONLINE
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About this Event
Learn how Key Word Signing can be used to encourage speech and language development for children in early childhood.
* Focus age is children 2 - 5 years (including typically developing children and children using key word signing for their primary mode of communication)
* Approximately 100 signs taught for everyday objects, actions and concepts
* Learn how to sign names (basic alphabet and appropriate level finger spelling skills)
Learn how Key Word Signing with children can help:
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Increase attention and concentration
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Improve understanding / assist with behaviour management
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Teach copying skills - boost confidence and engagement
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Develop expressive language skills - speech and/or signing
AT THE 2 HOUR WORKSHOP
Practise SIGNING to music in a fun and relaxed manner
Receive resources including posters, song sheets, and a colour booklet containing photos of the signs taught