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What is No Pens Day?
What is No Pens Day?
It's an extra-special day of...
It's time to put away those pencils!
So, what do we do all day?
Communication skills
No Pens Day is all about…
communication skills
What are some different ways that we communicate?
Communication skills
Talking
Listening
Understanding
Facial expressions
Gestures and actions
Tone of voice
Using pictures or a device to communicate
Pointing
Communication skills are important for…
Reading
Doing maths
Talking about how you feel
Making friends
Learning
Joining in
Playing
Writing
Saying what you like and don’t like
Some children struggle with talking and understanding words.
You might also hear people talk about children speech and language challenges.
These children might find some things hard, like:
Darcie video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=38ur_bxJJG4
We are helping children who struggle with talking and understanding words feel heard.
Who are Speech and Language UK?
Our vision
Every child who is facing challenges with talking and understanding words can look to the future with confidence.
Our mission
We give children and young people the skills they need so they aren’t left behind, waiting to be understood.
We do this by creating tools for schools and nurseries, giving advice and guidance to families and putting pressure on politicians.
Biggest ever show and tell!
Have a great No Pens Day!
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