Talk Boost KS2

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What is Talk Boost KS2?

Talk Boost KS2 is a programme aimed at helping children that are having difficulties with speaking and understanding language to catch up with their peers. It lasts 8 weeks, with the children being taught specific communication skills in three short, focused sessions per week.

To complement the classroom-based activities, your child will be set some talk-based homework tasks. Below you'll find some short videos to watch with ideas on how to support your child to complete the activities. Simply select your child's learning stage below to start browsing the relevant videos 

Why is it so important to improve children’s skills in speaking and understanding language?

Having good communication skills is important for all children – for learning, making friends and for later life opportunities. We know that some children and young people struggle to learn and make friends in school because of challenges with speaking and understanding language. 

How will Talk Boost KS2 benefit my child?

Talk Boost KS2 has been developed by experts in conjunction with teachers and educationalists to ensure that children get the maximum benefit from them. Our evidence shows that children going through the intervention make significant progress in catching up with their peers: 

Benefits of Talk Boost KS2

  • 83% of children reached expected levels in their ability to listen carefully (compared to 12% before), a vital skill for understanding what is happening in the classroom. 
  • 59% of children were at expected levels in telling stories and explaining what has happened (compared to 12% before). 
  • 55% reached expected levels in working with others and having conversations (compared to 14% before). 

Homework Videos

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Week 1 - Clarification phrases homework - worksheet A

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Week 1 - Clarification phrases homework - worksheet B 

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Week 2 - Word detective sheet homework 

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Week 3 - Storytelling homework 

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Week 4 - Storyboard grid homework 

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Week 5 - Word slide homework 

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Week 6 - The Little Wolf and The horrible Little Girl homework 

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Week 7 - Working with others 

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