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Verb Learning Research

Who: Children with language difficulties. Your child may have difficulties with language if they:

  • Have difficulty following directions or staying on task
  • Act out or become quiet in social settings
  • Are having a hard time learning to read or write
  • Need extra support at school

Age: 5-8 years old

Compensation: Up to $90 cash, five small prizes, and a free hearing and language evaluation

Time: 6 hours total across five sessions. The first session is a qualification session. Additional sessions will be scheduled if your child qualifies.

Visit Type: In-person

Locations:

  • Boys Town National Research Hospital – Downtown 555 N 30th St Omaha, NE 68131
  • Boys Town Speech-Language Clinic 14015 Flanagan Blvd Boys Town, NE 68010
  • A local library near you!

Additional Requirements: Children should have normal hearing and have been exposed to English since birth.  

Interested in participating?

For more information, call 531-355-5695, email elk.lab@boystown.org or complete the study interest form.

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We will contact you when we have a study that is right for you!