Real-Life Social Scenarios for Teen Pragmatic Language Development
Speech Corner Photo Cards – Pragmatics for Teens are designed to help adolescents navigate real-world social situations with confidence and insight. Each card presents a relatable photo scene and a short, teen-appropriate social passage followed by open-ended questions that encourage critical thinking, self-reflection, and discussion.
Target key pragmatic skills such as:
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Managing emotions appropriately
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Demonstrating respect in various settings
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Solving social dilemmas with empathy and logic
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Responding effectively to difficult or awkward situations
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Interacting respectfully with peers and adults
Each card includes:
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A teen-focused, full-color photograph on one side
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A brief, realistic social scenario on the reverse
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Four open-ended pragmatic questions to foster discussion and skill-building
Perfect for:
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Individual and group therapy sessions
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Middle and high school caseloads
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Social language groups, counseling support, and SEL interventions
Supports pragmatic and social goals such as:
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Understanding and using appropriate social communication
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Interpreting verbal and nonverbal cues
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Applying pragmatic rules across settings
Why it works:
Adolescents thrive when therapy feels relevant. These cards promote meaningful conversation around situations teens actually face—building the insight, perspective-taking, and communication skills they need in school, friendships, and beyond.
Includes:
✔️ 50 double-sided photo cards
✔️ Teen-focused full-color photos
✔️ Realistic social scenarios with 4 open-ended questions
✔️ Answer key for guided discussion
Ages: 12 and up