Stutter Is

  Weekend Workshop 2005

 

Stuttering is_____________ 

 

Facts about stuttering:

• Stuttering is no one's fault!
• It is not contagious.
• Everyone stutters some of the time.
• Lots of famous people stutter.
• Kids who stutter are no different than other kids.

But...families are important to kids who work on their stuttering.

 

What can I do?????

1. Give your brother/sister time to talk.
2. Take turns speaking.
3. Allow your brother/sister to finish speaking.
4. Talk to them about speech.
5. Ask them what might help.
6. Remember: Teasing hurts..

 

Weekend Workshop 2005.

A final task...draw a picture or write a note to your brother/sister letting them know what you have learned about stuttering. Remind them of some of the things they do that are special.