Who created this site?
Why? Who is Shelby?

My creator is a certified Speech Pathologist who has worked in public schools for over 10 years. Come learn about her and see some real pictures of me and my brother Dallas. We're here to help you understand how children develop speech. The purpose of this site is to provide information and resources only. Please read my disclaimer.

Speech and Language Development

The average 5 year old child should be an intelligible effective communicator. How did he get to this point? This section provides milestones for speech and language development from birth to 5 years of age.

Learning the Sounds

At what age do children learn sounds? Ever wonder if your child's speech is age appropriate? Did you know the (J) sound is one of the hardest to learn? Check out this chart to see when children develop speech sounds.

FAQ Page

My 2 year old doesn't talk. Should I be concerned? Shouldn't therapy wait until she starts school? Don't you think he'll grow out of it? Find out the answers to some frequently asked questions here. Education helps alleviate fears!

Speech Links

Want to know more about speech and language? Do you have a specific concern such as stuttering, hearing problems, or voice disorders? Where can you find a certified Speech and Language Pathologist? Here are links to recommended sites for more information. Look for Shelby's stamp of approval for her favorite!

Fun Links for Kids and Parents

Shelby has also provided some fun sites for you to visit. These are great for kids and parents to view together. Don't forget to look for her stamp of approval!

References

Don't go without seeing the references used for some of the information on this site. For reading material, Shelby has also included books especially written for parents!

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Last update: August 23, 1999.