School bells are ringing. The buses are rolling through town. The air smells of fresh crayons and school lunches. If you drive any elementary school on that first day, you will see parents and caregivers lugging in a truck load of school supplies. The child has a backpack bigger than him strapped to his back.… Continue reading Before Kindergarten: An SLP’s Thoughts on the Important Skills
Tag: Parent Tips
Language & Lemonade: Hands On Fun For Speech Therapy
Let's face it. Kids don't always want to work on language skills at home. They want to play their video games. Text or "Snappy Chat" their friends. Yes, you read that right..."Snappy Chat." If you are lucky, they enjoy reading. But working on talking, answering questions, describing? That's a big NO. But it's ok. Sometimes… Continue reading Language & Lemonade: Hands On Fun For Speech Therapy
Language & The Movies: Cars
At the time of this blog post, we are living in a very uncertain world. Will the kids ever go back to school? Will my business continue growing? How will I remain safe and healthy while still maintaining QUALITY therapy visits each week? All of this being said, I realize we will be spending a… Continue reading Language & The Movies: Cars
Kid Friendly New Year’s Eve
It's New Year's Eve, and you are spending a nice quiet night at home with your kids. No parties, no uncomfortable outfits, no driving on those crazy roads late at night. Just you, your significant other (maybe), the kids, your most comfy pajamas and a long night of "not sure how I am going to… Continue reading Kid Friendly New Year’s Eve
Dear Santa, Please Bring Me What My SLP Recommends! Part 2 Toys
There are TONS of toys out there, that with just a little parent involvement, make the top of the "SLP RECOMMENDS" list. I am not talking about 500 bazillion pieces to put together. Toys that you can take out of the box and start playing with are the ones I am referring to. I have… Continue reading Dear Santa, Please Bring Me What My SLP Recommends! Part 2 Toys
Dear Santa, Please Bring Me What My SLP Recommends! Part 1 Board Games
Christmas is just around the corner. This is also the time of year that I get the question, "What would you recommend for my child?" As an SLP, I am ALWAYS going to recommend engaging, NON-TECHNOLOGY based toys and games...ALWAYS! Parents are so wrapped up in IPads, tablets and all the apps that go with… Continue reading Dear Santa, Please Bring Me What My SLP Recommends! Part 1 Board Games
Using Coins To Grow Language
How much spare change do you have laying around at home? In jars, on top of the dryer, on the nightstand, maybe in the bathroom…you know you have it. Sometimes, it is not very much. Other times, it’s enough for a Dr. Pepper and vanilla ice cream cone at Sonic during Happy Hour…completely hypothetical! Why… Continue reading Using Coins To Grow Language
Use “Wreck this Journal” in Speech Therapy
My daughter bought a “Wreck this Journal” several months ago at a book store. I really did not know much about them. Then, she asked for another one for Christmas. So, I started looking at them. Man!!! How cool would these be to use in speech therapy?! Yes, even as a mother, I look at… Continue reading Use “Wreck this Journal” in Speech Therapy
Parent Tip: Using Mittens to Encourage Language
It’s that time of the year when our entry ways are full of winter outwear. Coats, scarves, hats and mittens are hanging from every chair and hook in the house. Why not use those mittens/gloves in a fun way to encourage language? I’ve got some tips for you! Language Tip #1: Matching This one is… Continue reading Parent Tip: Using Mittens to Encourage Language
Speech Chick’s Favorite Winter Books for Kids
Today, I am bringing you my favorite kids' books for winter. I love kids' books. Probably more so than adult books. I am not sure if it's the illustrations or what, but I am a sucker for a pretty picture book. Winter is great time to snuggle up with kids and read a great book… Continue reading Speech Chick’s Favorite Winter Books for Kids