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Revamped Preschool Language Assessment: What's New

You're getting an all-encompassing update with the revamped Preschool Language Scale, Fifth Edition (PLS-5) that brings significant enhancements to evaluating language skills in children up to age 7. You'll find a range of product options to suit your needs, including kits starting at $415.30 and individual items like Record Forms and Manipulatives. The PLS-5 features new items for letter naming and language tasks, with colorful illustrations to engage young children. You'll also benefit from detailed test administration instructions, webinars, and FAQs to support your evaluation process. Take a closer look to discover more about what's new in this revamped evaluation.

Key Takeaways

• The PLS-5 assessment offers new items for letter naming and language tasks to better evaluate preschool language skills.
• The test features colorful illustrations to engage young children and ensure a more accurate assessment.
• The standardization sample for PLS-5 matches U.S. Census figures, providing a more representative and accurate evaluation.
• The assessment provides detailed information on language skills in children up to age 7, supporting early identification and intervention.
• The PLS-5 offers various kit options and individual items, including manipulatives, record forms, and reports, to suit specific assessment needs.

Product Options and Pricing

You can choose from a range of PLS-5 product options to suit your specific assessment needs, with kits starting at $415.30 and test forms and reports available from $15.50. This flexibility allows for product customization to fit your unique requirements.

When comparing prices, consider the Complete Kit with Manipulatives, priced at $501.75, or the English/Spanish Complete Kits with or without Manipulatives, ranging from $763.00 to $866.70.

If you only need specific components, individual items like Record Forms, Home Communication Questionnaires, and Manipulatives are available at various price points.

Kits and Manuals Overview

The PLS-5 Complete Kits, available in English/Spanish options with or without Manipulatives, provide an all-inclusive assessment solution, offering a range of essential materials and resources. You can choose from various kit options, including those with or without manipulatives, to suit your specific needs.

Product Description Price
English/Spanish Complete Kit Without Manipulatives $763.00
English/Spanish Complete Kit With Manipulatives $866.70
Record Forms Qty 15 $82.00
Home Communication Questionnaires Qty 25 $15.50
Picture Manual (Print) $261.50

These kits and manuals provide a thorough language assessment solution, offering a range of essential materials and resources to support your work with children up to age 7.

Manipulatives and Safety Notes

Seventeen specially crafted manipulatives are included in the PLS-5 Manipulatives set to facilitate in-depth language assessment in children.

You'll find a variety of items in this set, but note that it doesn't include certain objects due to choking hazard risks.

You're advised to practice manipulatives safety precautions when using these materials with young children.

The PLS-5 Manipulatives set is priced at $195.50 and comes with a warning: Choking Hazard - Not for children under 3 years.

It's crucial to follow the safety guidelines to guarantee a safe and effective assessment process.

Features and Resource Highlights

Thorough language assessment is facilitated by the PLS-5's features, which provide detailed information on language skills in children up to age 7 and early play behaviors. The assessment is accompanied by colorful illustrations. You'll appreciate the all-encompassing approach to language assessment, which includes new items for letter naming and language tasks.

The standardization sample matches U.S. Census figures, ensuring accurate and reliable results. Here are some key highlights:

  • All-inclusive information on language skills and early play behaviors

  • Colorful illustrations to engage young children

  • New items for letter naming and language tasks

  • Standardization sample matching U.S. Census figures

  • Additional resources, including product brochures, norms in 1-month increments, and FAQs

Training and Support Resources

You can enhance your understanding of the PLS-5 assessment process with our training and support resources, which include product brochures, norms in 1-month increments, and FAQs that address common queries on enhancements, testing recommendations, bilingual considerations, and scoring. These resources are designed to provide you with extensive information on language skills for children up to age 7.

Our training resources also include webinars that offer administrative guidance, result interpretation, and assessment process insights. Additionally, our support materials, such as the examiner's manual and picture manual, provide detailed instructions on test administration and scoring.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Determine Which PLS-5 Product Is Suitable for My Needs?

To determine the suitable PLS-5 product, you'll compare kits and options considering your assessment needs, the age range of children you'll evaluate, and your budget for the cost.

Can I Use PLS-5 With Children Who Have Severe Language Impairments?

You'll find the PLS-5 suitable for children with severe language impairments by using alternative assessments, strategies, accommodations, and modifications to guarantee valid results, such as adapting test formats or using manipulatives to facilitate understanding.

Are There Any Discounts Available for Bulk Purchases of PLS-5 Materials?

You can explore bulk pricing options for PLS-5 materials, which may offer discounts, and also inquire about international shipping rates to guarantee cost-effective solutions for your language assessment needs.

Can I Use PLS-5 With Children Who Are Not Native English Speakers?

You're exploring uncharted waters, where language proficiency and cultural considerations converge. Yes, you can use PLS-5 with non-native English speakers, but be aware of potential biases and adapt administration to accommodate their linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

How Long Does It Typically Take to Administer the Full PLS-5 Assessment?

You'll typically spend 45-60 minutes administering the full PLS-5 assessment, though it may take longer for younger children or those with language difficulties, and be prepared to adapt to individual administering challenges that may arise.

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