Books are my favorite way for parents and/or caregivers to work on language skills at home. Reading with your child can easily be incorporated into your daily routine. Language skills you can address while you read with your child include vocabulary, adjectives, wh-question (‘what’, ‘who’, ‘where’, ‘when’, and ‘why’), sequencing, and syntax. Below is a list I complied of my favorite spring books for language development.
Read MoreSt. Patrick’s day is quickly approaching! Holidays like St. Patrick’s Day are a fun way to build your child's language skills and understanding of traditions. Language skills are easy to incorporate whether you are working on them at home or during speech-language therapy. Below are some of my favorite St. Patrick’s Day activities you can do with your child.
Read MorePresident’s Day is just around the corner and I always like to incorporate holidays into speech-language therapy. It is important to teach kids about American history starting at a young age. Over the years, I have found several books that teach children about President’s Day and also allows for a perfect time to work on speech and language skills. While reading these books I introduce new vocabulary and work on wh-questions (‘what’, ‘who’, ‘where’, ‘when’, ‘why’). Below is a list of my favorite books about President’s Day!
Read MoreBooks are my favorite way for parents and/or caregivers to work on language skills at home. Reading with your child can easily be incorporated into your daily routine. Language skills you can address while you read with your child include vocabulary, adjectives, wh-question (‘what’, ‘who’, ‘where’, ‘when’, and ‘why’), sequencing, and syntax. Below is a list I complied of my favorite Valentine’s Day books for language development.
Read MoreHolidays like Valentine’s Day are a great way to introduce new vocabulary to build your child's language skills and understanding of traditions! Language skills are easy to incorporate into Valentine’s Day activities whether you are working on them at home or during speech-language therapy.
Read MoreGroundhog Day is coming up and I am anxiously waiting to see if the groundhog sees his shadow! I have compiled a list of my favorite Groundhog Day books to help teach your child about this American tradition! As you read each story ask questions related to the book and have your child identify the objects in pictures. This will also help improve vocabulary.
Read MoreReading books with children is an engaging way to build speech and language skills and encourages a love for literature. Here are some of my favorite winter-themed books to help increase language development.
Read MoreWinter is here! Celebrate the season with fun winter activities for kids.
Cook Together
Cooking is a fun activity to do with your child and you can work on sequencing, following directions, and vocabulary at the same time. Some of my favorite recipe to make during the wintertime are chocolate chip cookies, hot chocolate, and chicken noodle soup.
Read MoreThanksgiving is just around the corner, and it’s time to use this fun holiday to work on speech and language! Use the ideas below to incorporate speech and language skills into Thanksgiving activities.
Read MoreReading books with your child is a great way to work on expressive and receptive language skills at home. While reading books I introduce new vocabulary and work on wh-questions (‘what’, ‘who’, ‘where’, ‘when’, ‘why’). Below is a list of my favorite books about Thanksgiving.
Read MoreHalloween is quickly approaching! Holidays like Halloween are a fun way to build your child's language skills and understanding of traditions. Language skills are easy to incorporate whether you are working on them at home or during speech-language therapy. Below are some of my favorite Halloween activities you can do with your child.
Read MoreHalloween is one of my favorite holidays to incorporate into speech-language therapy. Over the years, I have found several books that teach children about Halloween and give a perfect opportunity to work on speech and language skills. Over the years, I have found several books that teach children about Halloween and give a perfect opportunity to work on speech and language skills.
Read MoreHappy fall everyone! The weather is starting to cool off, Halloween decorations are going up and the leaves are beginning to change color. Fall is an excellent time to foster your child’s speech and language development using these fun season-themed activities.
Read MoreBooks are my favorite way for parents and/or caregivers to work on language skills at home. Reading with your child can easily be incorporated into your daily routine. Language skills you can address while you read with your child include vocabulary, adjectives, wh-question (‘what’, ‘who’, ‘where’, ‘when’, and ‘why’), sequencing, and syntax. Below is a list I complied of my favorite fall books for language development.
Read MoreAs your child’s speech and language skills develop there are activities and tips that you can do at home to enhance your child’s speech and language skills. The American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) has compiled a list of activities and tips to encourage your child’s communication development.
Read MoreOne of the most common questions I get from parents is how can they help a child’s articulation skills outside of traditional speech-language therapy. I have compiled a list of tips and tricks that parents can incorporate into your child’s day to help with articulation skills.
What is Articulation?
Articulation is the ability to physically move the tongue, lips, teeth and jaw to produce sequences of speech sounds, which make up words and sentences.
Read MoreAs your toddler’s speech and language skills develop there are activities that you can do at home to that can help enhance your child’s speech and language skills.
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Summer is finally here! While your kids are at home more during this time of year it provides an excellent opportunity to foster your child’s speech and language development using these fun season-themed activities.
Read MoreSummer just around the corner, and I am anxiously awaiting warmer weather, days at the beach, and fun summer adventures! I have compiled a list of my favorite summer books to help teach your child about all about summer! As you read each story ask questions related to the book and have your child identify the objects in pictures. This will also help improve vocabulary. These books are easy to bring along on your next trip to the beach or park and a great way to work on speech and language skills.
Read MoreBooks are my favorite way for parents and/or caregivers to work on language skills at home. Reading with your child can easily be incorporated into your daily routine. Language skills you can address while you read with your child include vocabulary, adjectives, wh-question (‘what’, ‘who’, ‘where’, ‘when’, and ‘why’), sequencing, and syntax. Below is a list I complied of my favorite spring themed books for language development.
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