Look at these quotes from nine-year-olds about using talking objects during partner talk:
“I like it when we use the ‘talking stick’ so both of us don’t speak at the same time.”
“It makes it easier because it gives both partners a chance to speak without being interrupted.”
“The ‘talking stick’ is a good idea because it teaches us how not to speak over people.”
Modelling passing a ‘talking toy’ (Photo: Topsy Page)
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