Chataway

<p>Based on the research of the Bristol Language Development Scales (BLADES) <em>Chataway</em> is a structured programme of work designed to help children develop speaking skills. </p><ul> <p> </p> <li> <em>Chataway</em> is based around conversational skills allowing children to prepare for social challenges as well as academic work</li> <li>the programme is written in a clear and straightforward way with progress easy to monitor</li> <li>can be used with all children – those with average range skills and those with special needs</li> <li>group work focus</li> <li>extra training for staff not required.</li> </ul><p>For all teachers and teaching assistants in settings from Foundation Stage and Key Stages 1 & 2 to pupils with special needs at Key Stage 3 and in Special Schools. The book is also relevant for parents carers and all speech and language therapists and assistants working to develop speaking skills.</p>