Maybe I am a little sensitive to stories about triumphs with babies since I am visiting my latest newborn grandchild. I am always amazed at God's...
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The Influence of TV on Preschoolers
When I was visiting 3 year-old Will, he requested that we have a "scavenger hunt." Now I have been known for my "candy hunts" I conduct on family...
When to Correct Kids’ Speech
I get this question a lot. Just yesterday I was at a house and the mom asked me whether she should be concerned about her 3 year-old Eli's speech. I...
Putting Little People in Preschool Play
I have several parents who encourage me with their application of ideas that I have taught them. I am always trying to teach parents what to look...
Meeting Little Friends at the Art Show in Westport
It is always fun to see children and families whom I have worked with in the past. Over the weekend, I went to the Art Studio's annual spring show...
Getting Your Child to Talk About School
Recently, Heidi Stevens , the Features Editor at the Chicago Tribune contacted me because she liked my article on "Nine Tips to Get Your Child to...
How to Get Speech Special Education Services
I have had two meetings in the last two days, representing families of children who are being considered for special education services within the...
Kids’ Play at the Beach
Spring break and I headed to the North Carolina beach. After spending the last few months analyzing the new toys from the International Toy Fair...
Using Toys to Extend a Story Book
Cuddle up with a good picture book, add a plush character from the story and you have literacy plus play! I introduced Opal from Toot and Puddle:...
Taking Spring Speech Therapy Outside
Now that temperatures in the northeast have gone from the 50's to the 70's in one week, it is time to take speech therapy outside--spring is here!...
“Large Zoo by Playmobil 123”
The toddler-preschool set is delighted to be able to participate in pretend play with Playmobil, just like their big brothers and sisters. Thanks to...
“Baby Blessings,” By Michael Jordan’s Mom
I always look at the display of brand new books at our public library when I go. Today I was attracted to Baby Blessings, A Prayer for the Day You...
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