Why Speaking & Listening Skills Matter
Oral language development plays a critical role in children’s overall learning. Strong speaking and listening skills support:
Vocabulary growth and language comprehension
Social interaction and collaboration
Confidence and self-expression
Early literacy development
Classroom engagement and participation
Children who can communicate effectively are better prepared to engage with learning across all subject areas.
What Are Speaking & Listening Resources?
Speaking and listening resources are tools and materials designed to support the development of oral language skills through discussion, play, storytelling and active listening. Rather than focusing on written tasks, these resources encourage children to practise language in meaningful, interactive ways.
Within this collection, you’ll find resources that support:
Listening and attention skills
Turn-taking and conversation
Vocabulary building
Storytelling and narrative development
Questioning and responding
These resources are ideal for both structured teaching and open-ended language exploration.
Designed for Early Learning, EYLF & Primary Classrooms
Every product in this collection is selected with real classroom use in mind and aligns naturally with:
The Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Foundation and primary English curriculum outcomes
Oral language and communication goals
Resources are suitable for use in play-based learning environments, small-group activities and whole-class discussions.
Flexible Use Across Learning Environments
Speaking and listening resources can be used in:
Early learning centres and preschools
Foundation and primary classrooms
Literacy intervention programs
Small-group language support
Inclusive and support learning settings
Their adaptability allows educators to support a wide range of learners and communication needs.
Supporting Whole-Child Development
Through purposeful speaking and listening activities, children develop:
Confidence to express ideas and opinions
Active listening and empathy
Social and collaborative skills
Language structure and vocabulary
Emotional awareness and self-regulation
These skills support not only academic success, but also positive relationships and wellbeing.
Practical, Classroom-Ready Resources for Educators
We understand that educators need resources that are easy to implement and engaging for students. That’s why the speaking and listening resources in this collection are chosen to be:
Easy to integrate into daily routines
Suitable for group and individual activities
Durable for repeated classroom use
Engaging for a wide range of ages and abilities
Educators can focus on facilitating meaningful conversations rather than managing complex materials.
Why Choose Sammat Education for Speaking & Listening Resources?
Australian-owned and operated
Education specialists with classroom experience
School and centre-friendly purchasing, including purchase orders
Trusted by educators across early learning and primary settings
Our resources are selected to support real learning outcomes and confident communication.
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