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...
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Choosing Educational Toys for Speech Development
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...
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...
Progress in Play with Autistic Kids
I try to share my challenges and successes in therapy so others can learn from them. As we know, as parents and therapists we have good days and bad...
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...
Turkey Theme Preschool Crafts and Activities
Whether you're a parent looking for a rainy day turkey craft or a therapist reinforcing a speech and language goal, it is fun to find interesting...
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...
Best Holiday Gifts for Grandparents to Give
I was talking to my daughter-in-law today and she asked me if I wanted an idea for a Christmas gift for the kids. Of course I said, "Yes!" I had...
Flexible Lesson Plans for Articulation Therapy
As a speech therapist, we have to be flexible and follow the child's lead and interests even on the best planned day. Yesterday, I carried two...
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