Now that I have come back down to earth after racing from one booth to another, and seeing all the fantastic new toys and games that amazingly...
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Trends in Children’s Toys, International Toy Fair
Today I had a press opportunity to have tea with and listen to TIA's (Toy Industry Association) Toy Trend Specialist, Reyne Rice, talk about the...
Questions on Apraxia Therapy
I notice that a number of people who come to my site are searching for and interested in information on apraxia and speech therapy for apraxia....
Valentines Day Picture Books for Speech Therapy
Here are some more Valentines Day books to use in speech therapy to liven up your sessions: Love, Splat by Scotton Splat has made a special...
The Financial Burden of Autism
In today's New York Times, the article, "Dealing with the Financial Burden of Autism," offers a look into the financial side of providing the best...
Getting Ready for The International Toy Fair in New York City
I am excited about the upcoming International Toy Fair in New York City, February 14-17. Just walking through the Javits Center, one feels...
Valentines Day Books for Speech Therapy
It's time to talk about love, hugs and kisses and use some fun stories to work on children's speech and language goals. More books are included in...
Baby Einstein Videos Co-Founder Challenges Research
This past week, the The New York Times reported that William Clark, co-founder of the company that produced "Baby Einstein" videos, has asked a...
The Importance of Child Language
I was talking to a mom the other day who has a child with a language disorder. She described a breatkthrough with her child that illustrates the...
Parents Observing Speech Therapy
It has always been my objective to have parents involved in their child's therapy process. Sometimes I feel like I get almost twice the progress...
Organize the Playroom for Pretend Play
One of the things that I consult with parents about is organizing their playroom. Often I see multiple deep baskets or bins that the toys are...
Choosing Toys to Encourage Language Development, What Not to Buy
When I work with parents of children with language delay, I advise them on what toys are helpful to encourage language development. It is fun to...
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