Something Special

The BBC has produced a whole series of DVDs of this Cbeebies programme, which is brilliant for children with language difficulties.

I would imagine that young children without speech problems would enjoy it too. I've put it in the 2-3 age range section but it could really go in any section - my 6 year old son, who has autism, still enjoys them.

The show is fronted by Justin Fletcher, aka Mr Tumble, who is a warm, funny presenter who speaks and signs (using Makaton) clearly and slowly. Each show follows a similar format - an introduction to the theme, with the vocabulary to be used, a song, a live action sequence and a comedy sketch with Mr Tumble.

My only quibble is that they're too expensive!