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Westport’s Holiday Art Trail
One of my favorite events of the season in Westport's Holiday Art Trail, where local artists open their studios and invite visitors in to view their...
Cyber Monday, Educational Toy Ideas for Gifts
Okay, you have survived "Black Thursday," and now it is off to "Cyber Monday." Personally, I would much rather go online to shop than battle crowds...
Happy Thanksgiving to All
Happy Thanksgiving to you all. I hope you have a wonderful holiday with family and friends. Sherry
Top Language Toys for Christmas Gifts
I tried out some winner toys recently that build language through play and would be good to put on the Christmas list. My toy testers liked them as...
Amore Baking Company, Treats with Love
The new Promenade at the Brick Walk in downtown Fairfiled, Connecticut, keeps popping out original stores that add to the personality of our town....
Bilingual Children Learning Letters, Colors
I recently heard from a mom who had a question about her child's ability to learn letters and colors since she is raising her bilingual: Hi Sherry,...
Back to School Tips for Successful Speech Therapy
Having worked in the public and private schools for over 20 years, and now in private practice, I still feel like I am going back to school in...
Introducing Kid’s Pretend Play with a Kitchen
Little Caroline got her first pretend kitchen this weekend. Her saavy mom bought a Step 2 Kitchen on Craig's List for a bargain and little chef...
Getting Parents Involved in Speech Therapy
Part of the value of the therapy is that I get the parents involved. I want the fastest progress possible and I know that if I can get the parents...
There’s Nothing Like a Good Mocha
As you know, I am a firm believer in hard work as well as vacations. I love working with my little clients but also enjoy a break. Last week I made...
Mothers’ Talk Helps Kids’ Social Skills
According to a CNN report, research in the United Kingdom, funded by the Economic and Social Research Council "found that children whose mothers...
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