October2013_SpeakOut

The full range of the shortlisted books for the 2013 Book of the Year Awards.

We’re serious about you coming along to the ceremony. If you can make it, please email support@ speechpathologyaustralia.org.au for more information. Media opportunities We will be running a national media campaign to highlight the important role speech pathologists play in children’s language and literacy development. A template media release for members who would like to assist us raise awareness of children’s speech and language development in their local area, and to promote their event, is available on the Book of the Year section of the website. It’s been another great year for the Book of the Year Awards and thank you for your support in continuing to promote the role of speech pathologists in literacy. Tennille Burns National PA Coordinator Joanna Wood Communications & Marketing Manager

Ursula Dubosarsky will also be presented with our ‘Hall of Fame’ award, presented to authors who have contributed significantly to children’s literature. We’d love you to help us celebrate this year’s winners, either by coming along to the ceremony or recommending the winning titles to parents and educators as great tools that help develop children’s oral language and speech and/or sound awareness. The awards and this year’s winners are also a great way to highlight speech pathologists’ integral work facilitating children’s literacy. You may like to run an activity, such as: • a display in your workplace • a listing on a book reviewing website • a story time activity at your local library • creative activities like inviting your clients to dress up as their favourite

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Chat with your branch Public Affairs leader about running a Branch event and pool your resources

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A Book of the Year Awards Poster and Bookmark will be available to complement your activity – email Joanna at marketing@ speechpathologyaustralia.org.au for more information.

book character or to act out a scene from their favourite book

Speak Out October 2013

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