Let’s talk about Bilinguistics. If you’re a speech-language pathologist, you may have heard their name before. They’re one of those amazing organizations that just get how challenging and rewarding it can be to support bilingual and multilingual students. Their mission is all about helping professionals like us serve culturally and linguistically diverse kiddos with practical tools that actually make a difference.
And guess what? They’ve just rolled out a bunch of free downloads on Teachers Pay Teachers, and I can’t wait to tell you about them. Just so you know, this blog post is not sponsored by them. I’m writing this because I’m a true fan of their resources and mission.
The resources below are designed to take some of the guesswork out of speech therapy evaluations—whether you’re assessing monolingual or bilingual students. Here’s the best part: they are research-based. Let me walk you through what’s available so you can grab what you need:
The Freebies You’ll Want to Download
- Calculating Language Proficiency Tool
Have you ever wondered how to get a clear picture of a student’s language skills across English and their home language? This tool is useful. It breaks things down so you can determine language dominance and proficiency. - Parent Questionnaire for Speech-Language Evaluations
This form is all about getting the family’s perspective. It focuses on developmental history, language milestones, and what parents are noticing at home. - Spanish-English Parent Questionnaire for Speech-Language Evaluations
Here’s a bilingual version of the parent questionnaire. Have a form that’s ready to go in both English and Spanish, so families can share their insights in the language they’re most comfortable with. - Student Intake Form for Special Education Evaluations
Sometimes we forget how important it is to hear directly from the student. This intake form is simple but effective for getting their perspective on their own strengths, challenges, and preferences. - Teacher Questionnaire for Speech-Language Evaluations
Getting teacher input can be tough and the information can be spotty too. This form makes it easy for them to share that with you because it covers key observations about communication. - Outcomes and Impressions Following a Speech-Language Evaluation
After an evaluation, organizing your thoughts can be tricky. This template helps you summarize your findings in a clear, professional way that’s easy to share with families and teams. - Health Information for Special Education Evaluation
Sometimes, health details make all the difference in understanding a student’s communication needs. This form simplifies collecting crucial information.
Why These Tools Are Game-Changers
I love when resources feel like they were made with real-life scenarios in mind, and that’s exactly what these are. They’re straightforward, inclusive, and a huge time-saver. Whether you’re new to evaluations or have been doing them for years, having these forms in your toolbox can make things feel less overwhelming.
So, hop on over to Bilinguistics’ Teachers Pay Teachers page and download these. Trust me, you’ll be glad you did! Plus, they’re free—what’s not to love about that? Let me know if you try them and what you think—I’d love to hear how they’re working for you!