Nan-in-a-Van literacy Intervention
Nan in a Van Schools Resources
Nan in a Van (NIAV), is a series of e-books which use digital avatars to present the story in both Cued English and British Sign Language. Designed entirely for Special Educational Needs (SEN) including deaf children, this is a first in deaf education and gives SEN children equality of access to a literacy resource.
The books match the roll-out of phonemes recommended by the government’s own Letters and Sounds programme. Included in the resource pack is, ten hard-copy books versions, five lesson plans per book, pupil activity sheets for each lesson and a card game which supports children with phonic awareness, segmenting and blending. The resource pack includes training and support from us to educators. It is the first of its kind in the UK.
For more information, just fill out the contact form below and someone will be in touch:
Teaching Guide
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Why do we need the intervention?We know that deaf children and those with SEND struggle with literacy at Key stage 1 and we also know that many literacy programmes do not meet the unique needs of these children and that the belief that; ‘If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again!’ will often leave children feeling demoralised and bored by learning to read.
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Who can use this intervention with a child?The materials are designed so that an adult and child co-work and learn together as they make their way through the programme, so there is minimal staff training required. It is assumed that one person- usually the adult - acts as the reading-partner by taking the lead in understanding the instructions and guiding them both through the session, and turn-taking is encouraged throughout.
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Why is it different to other literary interventions?This resource is based on the visual languages of the deaf world giving everyone the chance to engage even more of their capacities to learning, spatial, kinaesthetic and visual skills as well as listening.
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Who is the intervention aimed at?The intervention is aimed at all those children who are struggling with learning to read and in particular deaf children and those with SEND.
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How do we find out more and book our free demonstration?Simply press the button below and go to our contact information page, fill out your email address and mobile telephone number and we will be in touch. Thank you The Nan in a Van Team
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