The T.E.L.L. Lab studies how and when children acquire the use of grammar and syntax. We hope that o The TELL Lab helps little kids learn to say big ideas.
We do this by studying how kids say complex sentences. We are also interested in the way that language gets deployed in real life - science classrooms and homes. We hope that our research will lead to improved speech and language interventions. We are located at the University of Delaware STAR Campus.
08/20/2024
Join our lab as a remote research SLP!
SLPs who support this study follow a research protocol to administer assessments, determine study eligibility, and provide a structured intervention.
If you're interested in learning more (about the role, or about the study!) please send an email to [email protected]
05/30/2024
05/28/2024
Do you ever wonder how your 4 year old's language should be developing?
Check out some communication milestones for 4 year olds!
Check out this resource for even more milestones!
Citation: Lanza, J., & Flahive, L. (2012). Linguisystems Guide to Communication Milestones. LinguiSystems, Inc.
05/24/2024
"Often, when we're working with kids with DLD, we assume that we need to be working on simple sentences or very basic vocabulary, but should we be aiming for more? Can we support children with DLD to learn to use grammar and vocabulary in ways that are functional for their life, such as their everyday communication or their school curriculum?"
Follow the link in our bio to listen in!
05/19/2024
People with disabilities may require special considerations for preparation for disasters.
People with Disabilities | Ready.gov Get tips on emergency planning for individuals with disabilities. Get Informed Make a Plan Build a Kit People Experiencing Extreme Heat Associated Content
05/17/2024
There’s many ways to help someone with a language or communication disorder. This video focuses on developmental language disorder (DLD).
Developmental language disorder (DLD) - handy ways to help communication This video was put together by the paediatric speech and language therapy service for Dorset Healthcare to raise awareness for developmental language disorde...
05/15/2024
In this paper we lay out a five-step approach to developing curriculum-relevant targets, embedding them in curricular content, and tracking their administration to ensure success
05/15/2024
Classroom based supports can be key for ensuring that kids with developmental language disorder (DLD) are successful
Supporting a Child with DLD in the Classroom - DLD and Me Children with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) benefit from individualized intervention. Read more about individualized intervention for children with DLD here. Another way to help children with DLD is by providing support right in the classroom, which is where they spend a lot of their time! T...
05/14/2024
Check out these resources for supporting someone with a communication disorder who has contact with the justice system. Framed for the UK, many of the tips and strategies are also relevant here in the USA.
Speech, language and communication needs – what support is required for defendants? Kim Turner, Speech and Language Therapist and Senior Lecturer, Department of Health Professions, Manchester Metropolitan University. Claire Westwood, Speech and Language Therapist and Lecturer, Sch…
05/13/2024
It seems like there's a lot of resources out there for toddler language development. Do you ever wonder how you can support language development in your school age child? 🤔
Swipe for a handful of ideas that can fit naturally into your every day routines. Big shout out to NC-DPI for the 3Ts, and their lovely Literacy At Home website, which you can find in our linktree.
Grammar impairments are a hallmark difficulty for kids with DLD. Therapies to support grammar learning can come in all different forms. Some are best for the therapy room. Some are best in curricular contexts. Which is the best fit for your setting and the children you serve?
05/12/2024
Children who are bilingual can have DLD. Being bilingual does not cause DLD. Parents should speak the language they are most comfortable speaking to their chidlren - a child with DLD can and should learn more than one language.
Bilingualism & Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) - DLD and Me Elizabeth D. Peña, Ph.D. University of California, Irvine Lisa M. Bedore, Ph.D. Temple University How Can We Identify Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) in Bilingual Children? Bilingual children with developmental language disorder (DLD) have a hard time learning both of their languages. As with...
