A structured way to analyze a language sample, identify where a child is in their language development, and explain it to families in plain language — all in one session.
This browser-based informal early language assessment tool for pediatric SLPs combines two frameworks: a Mean Length of Utterance (MLU) calculator with automatic Brown's Stage I-V matching, and an observational checklist for the Let's Talk Communication Stages (Observer, Engager, Talker, Combiner, and Converser).
Enter utterances from your language sample and watch MLU calculate in real time with a built-in morpheme counting reference. The tool matches Brown's Stage automatically at 10+ utterances and identifies the child's working Let's Talk stage at 90% checklist completion — then suggests 5 IEP-ready goals for that stage with one click.
What's included:
✓ MLU calculator — type each utterance, enter morpheme count, MLU updates in real time
✓ Morpheme counting reference guide (dog=1, dogs=2, walking=2, went=1, etc.)
✓ Automatic Brown's Stage I–V matching from your MLU score
✓ Brown's 14 grammatical morphemes observational checklist organized by stage ✓ Let's Talk Communication Stage assessment — Observer, Engager, Talker, Combiner, Converser
✓ Working stage auto-identified at 90% checklist completion
✓ 5 stage-specific IEP-ready goal suggestions per stage — check to add to your goals field
✓ Goal ideas handout for the working stage — downloadable to share with families ✓ Home tips handout per stage — organized by daily routine (morning, playtime, mealtime, and more)
✓ Clinical notes: strengths, areas for growth, and individualized goals
✓ Parent summary PDF — MLU, Brown's Stage, Let's Talk stage, goals, and your practice name
✓ Works on any device — iPad, laptop, desktop, phone
✓ Single-user license — unlimited sessions with your own clients
Who this is for: Early intervention SLPs, private practice clinicians working with late talkers, school-based SLPs collecting language sample data, and any pediatric SLP who uses the Let's Talk Coaching Program from The Speech Source.
Important: This is a digital tool delivered by secure web link — not a printable PDF. Single-user license. Not for redistribution.
These tools were built by Kim and Mary — two practicing pediatric SLPs — using clinical frameworks developed over 28 years of combined experience. Technology assisted with the interactive design and delivery.
Interested in all 3 of our Informal Assessment Tools? Check out our Bundle option that includes the Fluency and Stuttering Assessment, the Speech Sound Assessment and the Early Language Assessment.
A structured way to analyze a language sample, identify where a child is in their language development, and explain it to families in plain language — all in one session.
This browser-based informal early language assessment tool for pediatric SLPs combines two frameworks: a Mean Length of Utterance (MLU) calculator with automatic Brown's Stage I-V matching, and an observational checklist for the Let's Talk Communication Stages (Observer, Engager, Talker, Combiner, and Converser).
Enter utterances from your language sample and watch MLU calculate in real time with a built-in morpheme counting reference. The tool matches Brown's Stage automatically at 10+ utterances and identifies the child's working Let's Talk stage at 90% checklist completion — then suggests 5 IEP-ready goals for that stage with one click.
What's included:
✓ MLU calculator — type each utterance, enter morpheme count, MLU updates in real time
✓ Morpheme counting reference guide (dog=1, dogs=2, walking=2, went=1, etc.)
✓ Automatic Brown's Stage I–V matching from your MLU score
✓ Brown's 14 grammatical morphemes observational checklist organized by stage ✓ Let's Talk Communication Stage assessment — Observer, Engager, Talker, Combiner, Converser
✓ Working stage auto-identified at 90% checklist completion
✓ 5 stage-specific IEP-ready goal suggestions per stage — check to add to your goals field
✓ Goal ideas handout for the working stage — downloadable to share with families ✓ Home tips handout per stage — organized by daily routine (morning, playtime, mealtime, and more)
✓ Clinical notes: strengths, areas for growth, and individualized goals
✓ Parent summary PDF — MLU, Brown's Stage, Let's Talk stage, goals, and your practice name
✓ Works on any device — iPad, laptop, desktop, phone
✓ Single-user license — unlimited sessions with your own clients
Who this is for: Early intervention SLPs, private practice clinicians working with late talkers, school-based SLPs collecting language sample data, and any pediatric SLP who uses the Let's Talk Coaching Program from The Speech Source.
Important: This is a digital tool delivered by secure web link — not a printable PDF. Single-user license. Not for redistribution.
These tools were built by Kim and Mary — two practicing pediatric SLPs — using clinical frameworks developed over 28 years of combined experience. Technology assisted with the interactive design and delivery.
Interested in all 3 of our Informal Assessment Tools? Check out our Bundle option that includes the Fluency and Stuttering Assessment, the Speech Sound Assessment and the Early Language Assessment.
