Vocabulary Enrichment Programme

This book helps to enhance the understanding and use of vocabulary in secondary school students and young adults. Specifically designed for older children and young adults with language and communication needs, this practical language programme was created by a specialist speech & language therapist with input from secondary school teachers and students.

The Vocabulary Enrichments Programme:

• focuses on enhancing the understanding and expression of vocabulary and word meanings in students aged from 8 to 18
• aims to create an awareness of how improved vocabulary knowledge can be used to enhance learning in school and social interactions in school and home environments
• encourages an awareness and interest in words and language, introduces the concept of words and meanings and identifies their role and use in language, communication and social interaction
• introduces the word map and explore the rich networks of information attached to