Guest Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 We currently have a child with us who is beginning to use Makaton signing but as yet there is no language. This child has SEN and is beginning to sign for things she wants or can see which is a big step for her, however I am unsure of how to show development on Tapestry for this new skill. I was just wondering if other settings have children who use Makaton how they assess their language development? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aunt Sally Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Hi I think you mean she isn't vocalising not that she doesn't have language because her 'language' is Makaton signing. I work with SEN children and if you are wanting to show progress on Tapestry you could use the Developmental Matters or ECAT. So wherever it says uses 'words' for her it will be 'signs' e.g. 'uses single words [signs].' http://www.ncb.org.uk/early-support/resources/developmental-journals You could also use the info from these developmental journals specific to SEN children and add these to your observations and I have added some pdfs you may find useful. EY-ssco.pdf 375a7_001.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Thank you for those, they are really useful, I knew someone on here could help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aunt Sally Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 You're welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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