Give Them the Words

Improving Communication for Exceptional Kids: Feelings Emotions Learning Styles Self-Awareness Parental Guidance

By: Kim Gallo

Narrated by: Skye Alley

Give Them The Words is a must-listen for anyone who is seeking practical advice and actionable strategies to improve communication for exceptional kids. Written by Speech Language Pathologist and mother Kim Gallo, this thought-provoking, easy-to-follow, and pragmatic guide draws upon Gallo's expertise in early intervention and her previous published works.

Through her insights into self-regulation, the eight parts of communication, and fostering independence and self-esteem, Gallo empowers listeners to create a secure environment where their exceptional children can feel comfortable being themselves. She also provides valuable guidance on navigating a wide range of topics, from the sensory system and behavior challenges to learning styles and language processing.

Gallo's expertise extends to augmentative and alternative communication, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone who works with or cares for exceptional children. She also addresses the challenges of communication among neurodivergent children during adolescence, and offers valuable insights into how parents can support their child's communication development at school and home.

In addition to providing information about Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Give Them the Words helps listeners navigate the challenges of stigmatization and lack of emotional support for parents. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or caregiver, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to help your child succeed.

Give Them the Words is an indispensable resource for anyone who wants to help exceptional children thrive. With its practical advice and actionable strategies, this book is a must-listen for anyone who cares about improving communication for exceptional kids.

©2023 Kim Gallo (P)2023 Kim Gallo

Extremely helpful to any parent

I understand this book was meant to assist neurodivergent children with their words and expression, but honestly, the techniques in this book can be directly used for any child. Children, in general, find it difficult to communicate effectively a lot since, sometimes, they don't know how to break down what they actually feel. As the author mentions, helping them become more comfortable is extremely helpful for them to open up and be more receptive to the information. Until listening to this book, I wasn't even aware that there were so many different types of learners, and knowing this information can actually help me as well since I am a facilitator for adults, and sometimes it is challenging to help them explain something to others without confusing themselves or the other person or having an anxiety attack. I highly recommend this book to any parent who wants to not only help their child communicate better but help themselves communicate better with their child.

Very Informative

This book is all about communication with neuro-divergent children. It explains many communication methods such as writing, sign language, using various forms of devices. It points out the 8 important signs every parent should teach their baby. It also explains how cognitive behavioral therapy is not only good for the child but also helps the parent when they do it together.

Helpful guide for parents!

“Give Them The Words” is a valuable guide for parents who would like improve the communication skills of the kids with learning disability or behavior issues. The book emphasizes the impact of verbal and non-verbal communication skills to the children’s emotional well-being and balance, and I think the principles are applied to adults as well. This book well explains Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act in details and provide a lot of tools, strategies, and tips to help parents to unlock the full potentials of their children. It is a good read for any parents, highly recommend.

Must Have for Parents

This audiobook is a must have for parents, (and grandparents) of neurodivergent children. Written by a speech language pathologist, it is thorough and provides great techniques for to communicate with your child, and helping them communicate with the world.

I love how the author views these children as exceptional, and writes from that point of view. As a parent, being able to communicate effectively with your child is essential for forming the parent / child bond. And it is also very rewarding to be able to help your child learn to communicate better at school and beyond.

Highly recommended.

Fascinating view of how we all learn differently

I learned so much about various learning and communicating styles, including my own and those in my family. Everyone processes words and information differently and some need a little more help putting it all together. This is an excellent read for any parent, especially those who have children who don't seem to be picking up language or speech as quickly as you think they should. it was also a good affirmation that some things I did instinctively were spot on. I know I will be more understanding now with others I encounter who seem to struggle.

Variety of methods of communication

This book covers various topics, from self-regulation to language processing, providing valuable insights into fostering independence and self-esteem in exceptional children. I appreciated the author's focus on augmentative and alternative communication, which is crucial for many exceptional children. The book's guidance on communication during adolescence is invaluable as it supports parents during this challenging time.

Gallo's focus on self-regulation and the eight parts of communication offers a fresh and comprehensive approach to fostering a secure and supportive environment for exceptional children to express themselves confidently. The author's expertise shines through providing valuable insights for parents, teachers, and caregivers.

The author also includes information about IEP's and how parents can help their children with additional assistance in school when they are struggling. Overall, I appreciate the author sharing their expertise to help parents with their communication struggles with their children.

Guidance for childrens communication barriers

This book is an extraordinary tool to have in the parenting toolkit if you have a child that is neurodiverse. Author Kim Gallo shares many personal experiences, and has provided first hand examples of methods to use to help these children cope. Ms. Gallo includes information in the book to tailor the examples towards children who may have differing styles of learning whether it's spatial, visual, etc. I highly recommend this book, it is very informative. The audio was very engaging as well!

Great insight with a genuine approach for teaching

I thought this book was great loved the insightful information it provided and I feel much more confident and knowledge on approaching communication with the youth and everyone in general.

Helpful resource

Hi, This book really helped me to understand my child's learning style much, much better! I now feel better equipped with how to approach learning and help him reach his full potential without all of the frustration. Differences in how children learn and process language and identify emotions can be so tricky, and this book really walked me through it and figure out how to best support my son. I am really glad I found this resource!

Empower Exceptional Kids!

"Give Them the Words" is a powerful and comprehensive guide that offers practical advice and actionable strategies to improve communication for exceptional kids. Written by Kim Gallo, a Speech Language Pathologist and mother, this book provides valuable insights into self-regulation, different aspects of communication, and fostering independence and self-esteem in exceptional children. With Gallo's expertise in early intervention and her deep understanding of communication challenges, this book empowers parents, teachers, and caregivers to create a secure and supportive environment where exceptional children can thrive.

Throughout the book, Gallo covers a wide range of topics, including sensory issues, behavior challenges, learning styles, and language processing. Her knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication makes this book an invaluable resource for anyone working with exceptional children. Gallo also addresses the unique communication challenges that neurodivergent children face during adolescence and offers valuable guidance on supporting their communication development both at home and in school.

In addition to practical tips and strategies, "Give Them the Words" delves into the challenges parents may encounter in navigating the education system, including Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Gallo also addresses the emotional support needed for parents dealing with stigmatization and the complexities of raising exceptional children. Overall, "Give Them the Words" is a comprehensive and empowering resource for anyone looking to improve communication and provide the best support for exceptional kids.