Toys do make a difference in stimulating a child's speech development. I am constantly reminded of this as I work in homes and see what toy...
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“God is With Me Through the Night” by Julie Cantrell
After family laughs, snuggles and kisses, going to bed alone in the dark is a little scary. Reading God is With Me Through the Night, arms your...
New Years Resolutions for Speech Parents
Okay it's time to write down those resolutions, throw them in the fire and hope for the best. I'm actually not one for making resolutions as much as...
Easy Gingerbread Houses for Speech Therapy Activities
Okay, that might be a misnomer--gingerbread house, since the first one I want to tell you about is made from cardboard! I was raised making...
Christian Books for Preschoolers as Christmas Gifts
As a speech pathologist, I am always interested in what others in my profession are producing besides doing therapy. I came across these delightful...
Listen to Your Child’s Language Through Art
I love art and have hopefully instilled that love in my three boys, one of whom is in an art related field. I've written before encouraging parents...
The Importance of Play in Preschool
I've always been a proponent of play in preschool settings. Based on research, we know that play develops communication skills and social and...
Creative Play for Language Delay, Disorders or Autism
As a speech language therapist or parent of a child with language disorders, we want to expand our child's play, while following their interests....
Best Language Toys and Games for Holiday Gifts, 2009
It's that time of year to make our lists and check them twice--and select the best toys and games for our kids and grandkids for holiday gift...
Cuddly Kid Mirror by Alex Toys
Kids love to cuddle and check out faces so why not get snuggle and face time in one toy? With outstretched crinkle hands, this half ball of fun is...
“Flow ‘N’ Fill Spout” by Yookidoo
Toddlers are drawn to running water. Since the best part of bath time is playing with the stream as the tub fills up, imagine the investigating...
Making Holiday Gift Lists for Kids
As the holidays approach, we start thinking about what to give the kids. Target's gift catalogue just arrived at the house, and the kids are pouring...
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