| Is stuttering |
| Is having difficulty with any sounds in his or her speech |
| Is having difficulty with grammar |
| Has a limited vocabulary compared to same-aged peers |
| Is having difficulty asking or answering questions
(who, what, how, why, when, where) |
| Can not participate in detailed conversations |
| Is reluctant to answer questions in the classroom |
| Has trouble thinking of the word he or she wants to say |
| Gets frustrated because he or she is having trouble understanding something or communicating something |
| Frequently avoids talking |
| Is not remembering and following instructions with 3-4 steps |
| Is not using language to give information, have conversations, entertain and persuade |
| Is having difficulty identifying and solving problems appropriately |
| Is not engaging in appropriate social interactions with other kids |
| Is behind in his or her reading ability |
| Has trouble spelling |
| Is having difficulty writing |
| Has trouble with reading comprehension tasks |
| Has trouble with auditory comprehension tasks |