Color My Conversation (CMC) 2nd Edition

The "go-to" resource for teaching pragmatic social language skills!

The Color My Conversation program is an engaging, multi-sensory approach to teach children the language skills needed for face-to-face conversations. Utilizes 12 specific lessons to systematically guide children through the conversation flow starting at a basic greeting and then building toward the most complex conversation that the child is capable of having. The holistic approach fosters the development of turn taking, eye contact, social awareness, self-regulation, executive function, and meta-cognitive and meta-linguistic skills. Includes comprehensive supporting tools for the SLP allowing seamless implementation of each lesson with success.

How It Works:

Includes 12 specific lessons to systematically teach the elements of conversation. Uses language that is simple and practical allowing the concepts to be recalled easily in the classroom, home and community.

Beginner Level – The Conversation Pathway

Lesson 1: The Hello and The Goodbye
Lesson 2: Small Talk / Chitchat
Lesson 3: Embedded Topics of Conversation

Intermediate Level – Take it to the Table

Lesson 4: WH Questions
Lesson 5: Interrogative Reversals: Yes, no, maybe so!
Lesson 6: Comment–Question Connections
Lesson 7: Topic Changers
Lesson 8: Nonverbal Communication & Emotional Literacy
Lesson 9: Assessment and Additional Supports

Advanced and Expert Levels

Lesson 10: Gaining Perspectives and Social Filters
Lesson 11: Carryover Activities
Lesson 12: Customized Conversations

Lesson Support for the SLP:
Each lesson includes resources to guide successful implementation.

• Video Overview of that Lesson
• Detailed Written Instructions for Implementation
• Lesson Goals and Helpful Hints
• Parent Letter Template for At-Home Support
• Reproducible Worksheets
• Home Practice Activities
• Teaching Tools
• Song Downloads

What's in the Box?

• 12 “Conversation Path” Floor Graphics
• 100 Topic Prompt Picture & Emotion Cards
• 50 Game Tokens
• 50 Dry Erasable Wall Display Cards
• 2 Dry Erase Pens
• Cloth Ribbon (approx. 9.5ft)
• Foldable Game Board With 4 Additional Activities on Reverse Side
• CMC Ball
• Classroom Poster
• Plus! Program Manual, Including 12 Lesson Plans with Tons of Downloadable Reproducibles

Age Range and Populations:

For students in K – 7th grade who struggle with social language skills. Populations include language delayed, learning disorders, children with autism, as well as students in general education. This program can be used in a variety of settings including school, therapy room, or home environment. The lessons have been written for small groups (2-4 children). However, they can be adapted easily for an individual child or a classroom environment. Guidance is also included for adapting the lessons for special needs populations.

Implementation & Training:

Your purchase includes free, instructional videos to guide implementation of each lesson.