This week I was working with a child turning three soon and the mom asked me what was typical language development for a three-year old? I shared...
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Top Preschool Books to Stimulate Language
Here are some of my favorites, old and new for your preschooler to encourage language through a great story: The Great Fuzz Frenzy by Janet Stevens....
Wanted: Toys with Language Value
Arriving at Adam’s house, I noticed twice as many toys as the last time I was there. Mom said they were gifts from his recent first birthday party....
Toy Review: “Sarah Lynn and Her Camping Adventure” by Fisher-Price
Looking for adventure? Hop into your purple car, grab the cooler and head for the campsite! This Fisher-Price little people set has all the...
How Do I Handle Problems at School?
When I started my blog I wondered if I would always have something fresh to say but thankfully my mind is bursting with ideas from daily encounters...
BOO, Happy Halloween Books!
I guess it that time of year again, when the central isle of the grocery store is filled with costumes and mini-portions of candy. I’m hearing funny...
Is It Okay If Our Son Doesn’t Watch TV?
As you can imagine, I get all kinds of questions when I have “play on words” sessions with moms and dads. Is it okay if she watches TV? Is it okay...
Top Ten “Boy Books” for Toddlers and Preschoolers
I am often asked to suggest good language-enhancing books for boys (or girls) who have an insatiable appetite for books about trains, planes, trucks...
Good Books for Boys to Encourage Language
After raising three boys and being an advocate for literacy and effective books that promote language, I have been asked to make a list of good “boy...
Choosing the Right Preschool
I can’t believe it is September and already parents have to think about where to enroll their child for preschool next fall. I was reminded of this...
Bilingual Books, Anyone?
One of the challenges of raising your baby bilingual is finding good books in your language other than English. Katerina’s mom shared the...
Does My Child Have a Speech and Language Delay?
I consulted with a mom last week who is a terrific example of a “with it” mom. Of course I think that all the moms I work with really know their...
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