Back to School Essentials (2026)
Evidence-based speech pathology resources to support listening, communication, speech clarity and learning, at home, in the classroom, or in therapy.
Starting a new school year can bring up big feelings — for kids and parents. If your child finds it hard to communicate confidently, follow instructions, join conversations or keep up with classroom language, the right support can make a real difference.
This collection includes clinical, evidence-based resources used by practising speech pathologists. They’re structured, purposeful, and designed to help children build real skills that matter at school.
Not sure where to start? Choose your focus for Term 1
Social Confidence & Conversation
Support turn-taking, topic maintenance, asking/answering questions and understanding social cues — so children can join in more confidently at school.
Listening & Following Instructions
Ideal for children who miss key information, forget instructions, or struggle to respond accurately in the classroom.
Understanding & Expressing Ideas
Build higher-level language skills like predicting, problem solving, cause & effect and explaining thinking — key for comprehension and learning.
Speech Clarity & Pronunciation
Structured practice to support clearer speech and target speech sounds — designed to keep children motivated and consistent.
Back to School Top Picks
If you want a simple starting point, these are our most popular resources for supporting school success.
All products below are evidence-based, clinical resources used by speech pathologists and designed to support meaningful skill development.
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FAQs
Are these resources suitable for home use?
Yes. These tools are used by speech pathologists in clinical settings and also work well at home when you want structured, evidence-based support.
Do I need a diagnosis to use these?
No. Many families use these resources to support learning and communication even without a formal diagnosis. If you’re unsure what’s most appropriate, feel free to reach out and we can recommend a starting point.
What ages are these for?
Most resources in this collection are suitable for children aged5–14, with some options appropriate for preschool and teens depending on goals.
I’m not sure what to buy. Can you help?
Absolutely. If you send us your child’s age and what you’re working on (e.g., speech clarity, social confidence, comprehension), we can recommend a great first pick. Our email address is hello@talkandteach.com.au
Need help choosing?
If you’re unsure what to start with, we’re here to help. Send us your child’s age and the skills you’re working on, and we’ll recommend a great first resource to support Term 1.