I spoke to a wonderful group of new moms at Greenwich Hospital today, whose babies were between 6 weeks and 3 months. When I asked them if they were...
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Best Toddler Puzzles
I enjoy finding toys that encourage a child’s language and then watch to see how kids interact with those toys. What toys encourage language...
Baby Sign Language
Today when I was talking to a group of new moms at Greenwich Hospital, the topic of baby sign language came up--what did I think about it? Usually...
Toy Review: “Tiny Love Activity Ball” by Tiny Love
Give this lovable guy a push and he gladly rocks and rolls just out of reach so your baby chases after him, exploring and discovering his wobbly...
New Autism Screening Guidelines
I got a call yesterday from a mom who was interested in my reaction to the news release by the American Academy of Pediatrics recommending that...
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...
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...
Good Boy Books For Toddlers
This morning after I finished working with a two-year-old delayed in language, his mom wanted to show me a new toy she had gotten. It was a series...
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...
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