Imitation- the ability to mirror, repeat, and practice the actions of others. And children LOVE it and are BORN with it. Think about in the early days when your child copies your smile or sticks their tongue out. As they enter the language explosion stage they begin imitating EVERYTHING you say- words, tone of voice,… Continue reading The Progression of Imitation
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Prepping for Potty Training: Teaching the Vocabulary
Are you thinking about starting potty training? Start teaching the vocabulary BEFORE the potty training actually starts! Even just being intentional about introducing the vocabulary required for potty training for a week before will make the process easier. Pre-teaching the vocabulary makes your child familiar with the terms, understand the sequence, and gives them words… Continue reading Prepping for Potty Training: Teaching the Vocabulary
How to Use the Nugget for Speech Language Practice
Use a child's Nugget to motivate and encourage their articulation, language, and play skills.
Using Everyday Objects for Language: Bedroom
This week is the final week our 12-week series on using everyday objects for language. On Week 12 we will focus on all things bedroom. We will have 4-5 activities and crafts to complete throughout the week. My goal is to keep it simple and use only items you likely already have or can substitute… Continue reading Using Everyday Objects for Language: Bedroom
Using Everyday Objects for Language: Playground
Continuing with our series on using everyday objects for language. On Week 11 we will focus on all things playground and play equipment. We will have 4-5 activities and crafts to complete throughout the week. My goal is to keep it simple and use only items you likely already have or can substitute easily. Want… Continue reading Using Everyday Objects for Language: Playground
Using Everyday Objects for Language: Kitchen Tools
Continuing with our series on using everyday objects for language. On Week 10 we will focus on all things kitchen tools. We will have 4-5 activities and crafts to complete throughout the week. My goal is to keep it simple and use only items you likely already have or can substitute easily. Get the Packet… Continue reading Using Everyday Objects for Language: Kitchen Tools
Using Everyday Objects for Language: Tools
Continuing with our series on using everyday objects for language. On Week 9 we will focus on all things tools. We will have 4-5 activities and crafts to complete throughout the week. My goal is to keep it simple and use only items you likely already have or can substitute easily. Want to take a… Continue reading Using Everyday Objects for Language: Tools
Using Everyday Objects for Language: Cleaning Tools Edition
Continuing with our series on using everyday objects for language. On Week 6 we will focus on all things cleaning tools. We will have 4-5 activities and crafts to complete throughout the week. My goal is to keep it simple and use only items you likely already have or can substitute easily. Want to take… Continue reading Using Everyday Objects for Language: Cleaning Tools Edition
How to Introduce Sensory Bins to Your Toddler
Sensory Bins- definitely a buzz word/item right now. And Speech Pathologists love them. But introducing them to a toddler is a whole other story. Toddler are by design MESSY. Adding another tool for them to make a mess with? That just sounds crazy. But here are a few tips to slowly build your child's understanding… Continue reading How to Introduce Sensory Bins to Your Toddler
How To Use The Mixed Up Chameleon for Language and Social Skills
Use The Mixed Up Chameleon to target Social Skills & Language Skills.
Language and Play Dates 