Recommended Learning Games for Speech & Language Development

Games are a powerful way to build communication skills while making learning fun and interactive. The games below are carefully selected to support vocabulary growth, turn-taking, listening skills, problem-solving, and expressive language development.

These are games we recommend to families for play-based learning at home and in therapy settings.

Ker Plunk! - https://amzn.to/4re7yQj A classic, fast-paced game where players carefully remove sticks from a tube while trying to prevent the marbles from falling. The player with the fewest marbles at the end wins. A fun way to encourage turn-taki

Ker Plunk! - https://amzn.to/4re7yQj A classic, fast-paced game where players carefully remove sticks from a tube while trying to prevent the marbles from falling. The player with the fewest marbles at the end wins. A fun way to encourage turn-taking, focus, and fine motor control during play.

Pop-Up Pirate Game - Click the image to view on Amazon. This suspenseful turn-taking game encourages focus, anticipation, and self-regulation as players carefully take turns placing swords into the barrel. When the pirate pops up, it creates a fun s

Pop-Up Pirate Game - Click the image to view on Amazon. This suspenseful turn-taking game encourages focus, anticipation, and self-regulation as players carefully take turns placing swords into the barrel. When the pirate pops up, it creates a fun surprise that supports reaction skills and social interaction. A great option for building turn-taking, requesting, and expressive language during family game night or therapy sessions.

Ants in the Pants Game - Click the image to view on Amazon. This fast-paced game encourages turn-taking, hand strength, and hand-eye coordination as children flip their ants into the panda’s pants. It’s a fun way to build focus, self-regulation, and

Ants in the Pants Game - Click the image to view on Amazon. This fast-paced game encourages turn-taking, hand strength, and hand-eye coordination as children flip their ants into the panda’s pants. It’s a fun way to build focus, self-regulation, and social interaction skills during play. Great for supporting requesting, cheering peers on, and practicing simple phrases in both home and therapy settings.

Yeti in My Spaghetti Game - Click the image to view on Amazon. This suspenseful game encourages turn-taking, patience, and fine motor control as players carefully remove noodles without letting the Yeti fall. The lighthearted design keeps children e

Yeti in My Spaghetti Game - Click the image to view on Amazon. This suspenseful game encourages turn-taking, patience, and fine motor control as players carefully remove noodles without letting the Yeti fall. The lighthearted design keeps children engaged while supporting focus, hand-eye coordination, and social interaction. A fun option for building expressive language, commenting, and problem-solving during family game night or therapy sessions.

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