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Vanderbilt KidTalk is a research group studying language growth in young children with disabilities. Our intervention is fun, natural and can be done by parents and teachers!

Children who are taught using KidTalk procedures typically learn new vocabulary, talk in longer sentences, and develop strong, positive relationships with their parents, teachers and peers.

Please click on the “PROJECTS” tab above to find more information about our studies.

Read the IES interview with doc student, Taydi Ray:

Click here to read the interview!

Check out the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center podcast episode with our Lab Director, Dr. Ann Kaiser, speaking about our current projects (pre-COVID):

Click here to hear the podcast episode

Check out the interview with our Lab Director, Dr. Ann Kaiser, featured in the February 2019 issue of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Notables: 

Click here to read the interview!

We were excited to have been featured in the Vanderbilt Research News November 30, 2018 issue.

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Click here to help fund our research by making a donation.

All donations are greatly appreciated!

Vanderbilt KidTalk9 hours ago

🌟 Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 🌟

Dr. King’s dream of equality, justice, and unity continues to inspire us to strive for a better world. His unwavering commitment to nonviolence and his belief in the power of love and community remind us that change is possible when we stand together.

Today, let’s honor his dream by being the change we wish to see. 💙

🌟 Hoy honramos el legado del Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 🌟

El sueño del Dr. King de igualdad, justicia y unidad continúa inspirándonos a luchar por un mundo mejor. Su compromiso inquebrantable con la no violencia y su creencia en el poder del amor y la comunidad nos recuerdan que el cambio es posible cuando estamos juntos.

Hoy, honremos su sueño siendo el cambio que deseamos ver. 💙

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Vanderbilt KidTalk3 days ago

📢 Office Closure Notice 📢

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our office will be closed on Monday, January 20th.

We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, January 21st.

Let’s take this day to reflect on Dr. King’s legacy and his enduring message of equality, justice, and service. 🕊️

📢 Aviso de cierre de oficina 📢

En honor al Día de Martin Luther King Jr., nuestra oficina estará cerrada el lunes 20 de enero.

Reanudaremos el horario comercial normal el martes 21 de enero.

Aprovechemos este día para reflexionar sobre el legado del Dr. King y su mensaje perdurable de igualdad, justicia y servicio. 🕊️

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Vanderbilt KidTalk3 weeks ago

🎉✨ Happy New Year from all of us at the Vanderbilt KidTalk Research Lab! ✨🎉

As we step into 2025, we’re filled with gratitude for our collaborators, participants, and supporters who make our work possible. Here’s to a year of growth, discovery, and making an impact together. 🌟💡

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, healthy, and inspiring new year! 🥂🎊

🎉✨ ¡Feliz año nuevo de parte de todos nosotros en el Laboratorio de Investigación Vanderbilt KidTalk! ✨🎉

A medida que avanzamos hacia el año 2025, estamos llenos de gratitud por nuestros colaboradores, participantes y partidarios que hacen posible nuestro trabajo. Brindemos por un año de crecimiento, descubrimiento y de lograr un impacto juntos. 🌟💡

¡Les deseamos a usted y a sus seres queridos un año nuevo alegre, saludable e inspirador! 🥂🎊

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Vanderbilt KidTalk4 weeks ago

🕎✨ Wishing you a warm and joyful Hanukkah from all of us at the Vanderbilt KidTalk Research Lab! ✨🕎 May this season of light bring happiness, peace, and cherished moments with loved ones. 🌟 💙 Happy Hanukkah!

🕎✨ ¡Les deseamos un cálido y alegre Hanukkah de parte de todos nosotros en el Laboratorio de Investigación Vanderbilt KidTalk! ✨🕎 Que esta temporada de luz traiga felicidad, paz y momentos preciados con sus seres queridos. 🌟💙 ¡Feliz Jánuca!

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Vanderbilt KidTalk4 weeks ago

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at the Vanderbilt KidTalk Research Lab! ✨🎄

Wishing you a holiday season filled with joy, love, and cherished moments with family and friends. Thank you for your continued support and interest in our work—we look forward to an exciting new year of discovery and collaboration! 🎁🌟

🎄✨ ¡Feliz Navidad de parte de todos nosotros en el Laboratorio de Investigación Vanderbilt KidTalk! ✨🎄

Les deseamos unas fiestas llenas de alegría, amor y momentos preciados con familiares y amigos. Gracias por su apoyo continuo e interés en nuestro trabajo. ¡Esperamos un año nuevo emocionante de descubrimiento y colaboración! 🎁🌟

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Vanderbilt KidTalk4 weeks ago

🎄❄️ Winter Break Announcement ❄️🎄

Our office will be closed for winter break from December 24th through January 1st. We’ll be back and ready to assist you when we reopen on January 2nd! 🌟

Wishing everyone a joyful and restful holiday season! 🎉

🎄❄️ Anuncio de vacaciones de invierno ❄️🎄

Nuestra oficina estará cerrada por vacaciones de invierno del 24 de diciembre al 1 de enero. ¡Estaremos de regreso y listos para ayudarlo cuando volvamos a abrir el 2 de enero! 🌟

¡Les deseamos a todos unas felices y relajantes fiestas navideñas! 🎉

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